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Cranberry Spritzer

Refreshing Cranberry Spritzer: The Easy Holiday Mocktail Delight

This Cranberry Spritzer is a refreshing non-alcoholic drink perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: christmas holiday drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Simple Syrup
  • 1 cup sugar Can substitute with honey for a natural alternative.
  • 1 cup water Essential for creating the simple syrup; no substitutions needed.
For the Spritzer
  • ½ cup cranberry juice Opt for 100% cranberry juice for a tart flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon simple syrup Use 2 tablespoons for 100% cranberry juice for balanced sweetness.
  • Ice standard ice cubes Keeps your spritzer chilled.
  • ¼ cup sparkling water Can be swapped with club soda or flavored sparkling water.
  • 1 slice lemon Feel free to substitute with lime or orange slices.
  • Mint leaves fresh Alternatives like rosemary or basil can also be wonderful.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • rock glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Spritzer
  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar completely dissolves, which should take about 3-5 minutes. Once dissolved, remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
  2. In a rock glass, pour in ½ cup of cranberry juice and add 1 tablespoon of the cooled simple syrup—use 2 tablespoons if using 100% cranberry juice for a sweeter taste. Gently stir the mixture to combine.
  3. Pour in ¼ cup of sparkling water to the glass with your cranberry mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly to combine.
  4. Fill your rock glass with standard ice cubes, allowing the drink to chill further. For a delightful garnish, add a slice of lemon and a few fresh mint leaves on top.
  5. Serve your Cranberry Spritzer immediately to enjoy its bubbly freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 39gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 38gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Store simple syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. If made in advance, keep the spritzer without ice and sparkling water in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Add ice and fizz just before serving to keep it refreshing.

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