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Christmas Cranberry Spritzer

Refreshing Christmas Cranberry Spritzer for Festive Cheer

A delightful Christmas Cranberry Spritzer combines tart cranberries and zesty lime for a refreshing non-alcoholic holiday drink that everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Spritzer
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Can use frozen cranberries to chill without dilution.
  • 4 cups Cranberry Juice Opt for 100% juice for best flavor.
  • 2 cups Sparkling Water Flavored sparkling water can be used for a twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Use freshly squeezed lime juice.
  • handful Mint Leaves Garnish; basil or rosemary can substitute.
  • as needed Ice Cubes To keep the spritzer chilled.

Equipment

  • Large Pitcher
  • Stirring Spoon
  • glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by rinsing 1 cup of fresh cranberries and a handful of mint leaves under cool water. Set aside.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine 4 cups of cranberry juice and the freshly squeezed juice from 2 limes. Mix thoroughly for 30 seconds.
  3. Just before serving, gently stir in 2 cups of sparkling water to maintain the fizz.
  4. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the mixture until three-quarters full. Garnish with fresh cranberries and mint.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy your festive drink.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and add sparkling water right before serving to maintain fizz.

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