Christmas Spiked Cranberry Crush
A bright, festive cocktail bursting with cranberry flavor, holiday sparkle, and a smooth boozy twist — the Christmas Spiked Cranberry Crush is the perfect sip for any holiday celebration.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
Ingredients
1 cup cranberry juice
2 oz vodka (or white rum)
1 oz orange juice
½ oz lime juice
1–2 tbsp simple syrup (optional)
Sparkling water or lemon-lime soda (to top)
Fresh cranberries (garnish)
Orange slice or rosemary (garnish)
Instructions
Add cranberry juice, vodka, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain into an ice-filled glass.
Top with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda.
Garnish with cranberries, an orange slice, or a sprig of rosemary.
Notes
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Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup.
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For extra holiday flavor, add a splash of ginger ale or a pinch of cinnamon.
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Use chilled cranberry juice for the best refreshing taste.
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You can swap vodka for rum, gin, or tequila depending on your preference.
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Garnish right before serving to keep the cranberries and rosemary fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: Approx. 160 kcal
- Sugar: Around 18g (depends on juice + soda)
- Sodium: 10mg
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