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Sparkling Cranberry Lime & Rosemary Spritz

A vibrant, festive cocktail featuring tart cranberry, zesty lime, and aromatic rosemary, topped with sparkling soda for a refreshing holiday sip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Cocktail, Drinks
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail Base
  • 2 oz vodka or gin optional for mocktail
  • 3 oz cranberry juice unsweetened or cocktail blend
  • 0.5 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup optional, to taste
To Finish
  • 4 oz club soda or tonic water
  • 1 cup ice cubes
Garnish
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 tbsp fresh cranberries
  • 2 wedges lime

Equipment

  • Highball glass
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Bar spoon

Method
 

  1. Fill a highball glass to the rim with ice cubes.
  2. Pour the vodka (if using), cranberry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup over the ice.
  3. Top with club soda, pouring slowly to maintain carbonation and layers.
  4. Garnish with fresh cranberries, lime wedges, and a clap-activated sprig of rosemary.
  5. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a 'snowy' look, roll the cranberries in simple syrup and then granulated sugar before adding them as a garnish.