Get ready to sip on the sparkle of the season! Our festive cranberry cocktail series continues with a show-stopping Vodka Cranberry Spritzer that’s as delicious as it is dazzling.
This bubbly cocktail combines the crispness of Prosecco with the smooth warmth of vodka, the tart burst of cranberry juice, and the bright citrusy sweetness of orange juice.
Topped off with a sugar rim sprinkled with crystal sugar and pink edible glitter, this drink looks like it was plucked straight from Santa’s workshop. The finishing touch? A garnish of fresh cranberries, a slice of orange, and a sprig of rosemary to bring a wintry forest vibe right to your glass.
Can you imagine anything more festive to serve at your next holiday gathering?
If you’ve been following me for a while, you already know that spritz cocktails are some of my absolute favorites—there’s something about the bubbly elegance of Prosecco that makes every sip feel like a celebration.
On my blog, you’ll find a variety of spritzer cocktails for every occasion, from the summery Melon Spritz to the classic Austrian White Wine Spritzer, not to mention an ever-popular Hugo Spritz. Whether you're planning for a cozy winter evening or dreaming of warm summer nights, I’ve got a spritzer recipe for you.
But this Vodka Cranberry Spritz? It’s pure Christmas in a glass. Picture it: the fireplace crackling, Bing Crosby crooning “White Christmas” in the background, and a plate of my leftover egg yolk cookies or a luscious Christmas trifle at your side. This cocktail adds that perfect touch of festive magic, whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself during a quiet evening in.
So let’s raise a glass to the season of joy, glitter, and cranberries. Ready to make some holiday magic? Let’s dive into the recipe! 🎄
🥘 Ingredients
- Vodka - unflavored - for a more intense cranberry flavor, you can switch to a cranberry vodka instead.
- Cranberry juice
- Orange juice
- Prosecco - This delightful Italian sparkling wine hails from the picturesque village of Prosecco, lending its name to this iconic bubbly. Carrying the prestigious "Controlled Designation of Origin" (D.O.C.), Prosecco must come from specific regions in Italy to bear its name, ensuring authenticity, quality, and a rich heritage.
- Garnish
- Orange slice
- Cranberries
- Rosemary spring
- Edible pink glitter & granulated sugar rim
See the recipe card for quantities.
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the festive sugar rim
On a plate, combine fine granulated sugar and pink edible glitter. Use a fork to mix them together until evenly distributed.
Step 2: Rim the glass
Take a fresh orange slice, as thick as you want your sugar rim to be, and run it along the edge of your glass. Then gently dip and twist the rim into the pink sugar mixture to create a sparkling candy cane effect. Tap lightly to remove any excess sugar.
Step 3: Add the ice
Drop a handful of ice cubes into the prepared glass to keep things frosty.
Step 4: Build your cocktail
Pour in the vodka, cranberry juice, and orange juice. Then top it all off with a festive splash of Prosecco.
Step 5: Mix and garnish
Give the drink a gentle stir with a bar spoon to combine all the flavors. Finish by garnishing with a sprig of rosemary, a slice of orange, and a few bright cranberries for that perfect Christmassy touch. Cheers! 🎄
🍽 Equipment
Other Spritz(er) Recipes for You to Try
- White Wine Spritzer
- Strawberry Spritz
- Lavender Spritz
- Lavender Spritzer {with Prosecco}
- Aperol Spritz
- Cranberry Gin Spritz
- Cranberry Aperol Spritz
- Winter Aperol Spritz
- Watermelon Spritzer
- Watermelon Spritz {with Prosecco}
- Hugo Spritz
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📖 Recipe
Jolly Vodka Cranberry Spritzer
Equipment
- Plate & Fork
- Cutting board & Sharp knife
- Serving Glass
Ingredients
Glass Rim
- Granulated sugar
- Edible pink glitter
Cocktail
- Cubed ice
- 2 oz Vodka unflavored - for a more intense cranberry flavor, you can switch to a cranberry vodka instead.
- 1 oz Cranberry juice
- 1 oz Orange juice
- Prosecco to top
Garnish
- Orange slice
- Cranberries
- Rosemary twig
Instructions
- Combine Granulated sugar and Edible pink glitter on a plate. Mix with a fork until well blended.Granulated sugar, Edible pink glitter
- Use a fresh orange slice to moisten the rim of your glass. Dip the rim into the sugar mixture, turning it to coat evenly. Tap off any excess sugar.
- Fill the glass with Cubed ice.Cubed ice
- Pour in 2 oz Vodka, 1 oz Cranberry juice, and 1 oz Orange juice. Top with Prosecco.2 oz Vodka, 1 oz Cranberry juice, 1 oz Orange juice, Prosecco
- Stir gently with a bar spoon to mix the flavors. Garnish with a Rosemary twig, an Orange slice, and Cranberries. Enjoy the festive sparkle!Orange slice, Cranberries, Rosemary twig
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
⛑️ 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.
Leslie says
This was incredibly easy to make! I didn't have the pink glitter and wish I had..but still excellent!
Nicole Kendrick says
This is so perfect for the holidays! I love the tang of the cranberries with the vodka.
Criss says
I’ve tried this Jolly Vodka Cranberry Spritzer, and it’s such a refreshing and festive drink! Perfect for holiday gatherings. Great recipe!