Cranberry Spritzer
A wonderfully tart and sweet non-alcoholic drink, the Cranberry Spritzer combines the vibrant tang of cranberry juice with a touch of sweetness and effervescent sparkling water, creating a crisp and invigorating refreshment.
Combine juice and sweetener
In a tall serving glass, combine 0.5 cup (120 ml) chilled 100% cranberry juice with 1-2 teaspoons simple syrup or agave nectar. Stir well to combine. Adjust sweetener based on your preference for tartness.
💡 Tips:
- •Using 100% cranberry juice provides a true tart cranberry flavor. Cranberry cocktail blends are often already very sweet.
Add ice and sparkling water
Fill the glass generously with 1 serving of ice. Slowly pour 0.25 cup (60 ml) chilled sparkling water or club soda over the ice and cranberry juice mixture. Stir gently once or twice to combine without losing too much fizz.
💡 Tips:
- •Add the sparkling water just before serving for maximum effervescence. Use plenty of ice to keep it crisp and cold.
Garnish and serve
Garnish with 1 lime wheel and 3-4 fresh cranberries (if available). Serve immediately with a straw.
💡 Tips:
- •The lime and fresh cranberries add a beautiful visual appeal and a complementary citrus note.
- 💡**Flavor Boost:** For an extra layer of flavor, add a thin slice of fresh orange or a small piece of muddled ginger.
- 💡**Herbal Twist:** A sprig of fresh rosemary or a few muddled mint leaves can add an interesting aromatic dimension.
- 💡**Frozen Berries:** Use frozen cranberries instead of ice cubes to keep the drink cold without diluting the flavor.
- 💡**Larger Batch:** Easily scale up the recipe to make a pitcher for gatherings, adding the sparkling water just before serving individual glasses.
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