Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail Recipe

Festive and fizzy, this Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail is the perfect holiday drink! Easy to make in just 5 minutes, this recipe from Chatelaine is sure to impress your guests. A delightful blend of cranberry, vodka, and orange liqueur, garnished with fresh cranberries and lime. Get ready for a delicious holiday celebration!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 100.9 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail

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How to Make Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail

  1. In a small pitcher or large measuring cup, combine 1 cup cranberry juice, 1/2 cup vodka, and 1/4 cup orange-flavored liqueur. Stir well to combine.
  2. Slice 12 fresh cranberries in half.
  3. Spoon 2 tablespoons of crushed ice into each martini glass or champagne flute.
  4. Place a few cranberry halves in each glass.
  5. Pour the cranberry juice mixture evenly into the prepared glasses.
  6. Cut 1/2 lime into 4 wedges.
  7. Squeeze the juice from each lime wedge into the cocktail.
  8. Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and extra cranberry halves.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail?

Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail?

Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail has approximately 100.9 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail?

The key ingredients for Sparkling Cranberry Cocktail are Cranberry Juice, Vodka, Orange Flavored Liqueur, Cranberries, Ice, Lime. See the full list with measurements above.

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