Bold Spirits Meet Holiday Cheer, Try This Festive Delight

Unwrap The Magic Of The Festive Cranberry Sparkler

This week, we present the Festive Cranberry Sparkler, a trending Christmas cocktail of 2024 that’s as bold and celebratory as the season itself. This elevated version combines the warmth of spiced rum, the zest of orange liqueur, and the festive tartness of cranberries with an added punch of gin and vodka. Perfectly balanced and undeniably boozy, this cocktail is designed to bring extra cheer to your holiday celebrations. Adorned with fresh cranberries and rosemary, it’s a visual and flavorful ode to Christmas magic.

Ingredients

1 oz (30 ml) spiced rum

1 oz (30 ml) gin

1 oz (30 ml) vodka

1 oz (30 ml) orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Triple Sec)

2 oz (60 ml) cranberry juice

1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice

1 oz (30 ml) simple syrup

Top up with sparkling wine or Prosecco

Ice cubes

Fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs for garnish

Instructions

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the spiced rum, gin, vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously until well mixed and chilled.

Strain the mixture into a tall glass, champagne flute, or coupe glass filled with ice (optional for a chilled longer drink).

Top up with sparkling wine or Prosecco to give it a festive fizz.

Garnish with a skewer of fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary to bring out the holiday vibe.

The Festive Cranberry Sparkler is a bold twist on traditional holiday cocktails, with its rich medley of spirits adding warmth and intensity to every sip. This highly alcoholic yet perfectly balanced drink is ideal for those who want their festive toast to stand out. Whether you’re hosting a Christmas Eve dinner, attending a holiday party, or ringing in the New Year, this cocktail ensures the season is merry, bright, and unforgettable. Cheers to bold flavors and festive celebrations!

Feel free to adjust the proportions or add any other fruit juices to customize it to your liking!

EXCESSIVE ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION IS HARMFUL TO HEALTH. NOT FOR SALES TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 YEARS

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