Irresistible Cranberry Rosemary Christmas Cocktail Recipe
A festive cocktail combining tart cranberries, fragrant rosemary, and a touch of sweetness, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- Handful of fresh cranberries for garnish
- 2 ounces cranberry juice (unsweetened or sweetened)
- 0.5 ounces simple syrup (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce orange liqueur
- Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish and infusion
- Club soda or sparkling water to taste
- Ice
Instructions
- Prepare the rosemary simple syrup: Combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 2-3 sprigs of fresh rosemary in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, let cool completely, and strain to remove rosemary sprigs.
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes for a frosty effect.
- Muddle a sprig of fresh rosemary in a cocktail shaker to release its aroma.
- Add 2 ounces of vodka, 1 ounce of orange liqueur, 2 ounces of cranberry juice, and 0.5 ounces of rosemary simple syrup into the shaker. Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a prepared glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda or sparkling water to taste.
- Garnish with a handful of fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
Notes
[“Avoid boiling the rosemary simple syrup to preserve the herb’s delicate flavor.”, ‘Muddling the rosemary is essential for infusing the cocktail with its herbal notes.’, ‘Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup.’, ‘Use fresh cranberries and rosemary for garnishing to enhance the festive look.’, ‘For an extra fancy touch, sugar-coat the rim of your glass.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 1215
- Carbohydrates: 1520
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