Cranberry Blue Christmas Cocktail

Looking for a cocktail that will transport you straight into a frosty, wintry wonderland? The Cranberry Blue Christmas Cocktail is your answer: an elegant mix of blue curaçao, vodka, and cranberry juice, topped with a festive spritz of sparkling water. It's vibrant, delicious, and the perfect showstopper for any holiday gathering, especially when paired with a snowy white tablescape and a bright orange slice for that extra pop of color.

But what makes this cocktail truly unforgettable?

As someone who goes all in on Christmas (I’m talking full-on decorations by early November!), I’m passionate about creating a holiday season that feels magical in every way.

It’s not just about the twinkling lights or the festive décor—it’s about filling every moment with joy, warmth, and a little extra sparkle. From sharing my Austrian traditions to dreaming up new, crowd-pleasing cocktails, I love making each holiday gathering something special.

How do you add that touch of magic to your celebrations? For me, it’s all about crafting delightful moments with loved ones—and, of course, sharing my favorite festive recipes with you!

Ready to shake things up and make some holiday magic together? Let’s dive into this recipe and create the most stunning Cranberry Blue Christmas Cocktail—one festive sip at a time!

🥘 Ingredients

• Blue Curaçao
• Vodka - unflavored
• Cranberry juice
• Cubed Ice - for the shaker
• Sparkling water - with the soda streamer or a soda syphon
• Garnish - orange slice

See the recipe card for quantities.

🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Pour the blue curaçao, vodka, cranberry juice, and a handful of ice cubes into your cocktail shaker. Imagine the jingle bells ringing as you get ready to make this festive masterpiece!

Step 2: Shake, shake, shake until everything is well chilled. Picture the frosty wonderland you’re creating with each shake, then strain the mix directly into your serving glasses.

Step 3: Top off your beautiful blue drink with a fizzy splash of sparkling water from your Soda Streamer or Soda Siphon. It’s like adding a touch of holiday magic to every sip!

Step 4: Garnish with a slice of orange to bring a cheerful burst of color to your Christmas cocktail. And there you have it—cheers to a merry, magical holiday season!

🍽 Equipment

• Sharp knife and cutting board
• Cocktail shaker
• Jigger / measuring tools
• Fine strainer
• Soda streamer or Soda siphon
• Cocktail glass

🙋🏻 FAQ

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📖 Recipe

⛑️ Food Safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.