Irresistible Cranberry Holiday Fizz
A festive and refreshing cocktail featuring tart cranberry, citrus, and bubbly fizz, perfect for holiday parties or cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces cranberry juice (unsweetened or sweetened)
- 1 ounce orange juice (freshly squeezed or bottled)
- 1 ounce vodka (optional)
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup (optional)
- 2 ounces club soda
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Orange slices (for garnish)
- Ice
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add 2 ounces of cranberry juice and 1 ounce of orange juice.
- Add 1 ounce of vodka (optional) and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup if desired.
- Shake well for about 10-15 seconds until chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with 2 ounces of club soda and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and an orange slice. Optionally, add a sprig of rosemary for extra holiday flair.
Notes
[‘Taste the mix before adding simple syrup to balance sweetness.’, ‘Use cold ingredients to maintain the refreshing vibe.’, ‘Stir gently when adding club soda to preserve carbonation.’, ‘Prep garnishes ahead to save time.’, ‘For a pitcher version, mix everything except club soda and add soda just before serving.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 10
Keywords: Cranberry cocktail, Holiday drink, Festive cocktail, Party drink, Easy cocktail, Mocktail option