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Cranberry Spritzer Mocktail: Refreshing & Festive

If you’re anything like me, sometimes you just want something bubbly and festive in your hand without the alcohol. Enter the Cranberry Spritzer Mocktail—bright, refreshing, and oh-so-easy to make. It’s perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy nights at home, or just whenever you’re craving a drink that feels special but won’t leave you with a headache the next morning.

Why We Love This Mocktail

Easy to make: Just a few ingredients and a splash of sparkle.
Festive flavor: Tart cranberry meets zesty citrus—hello, holiday vibes!
Family-friendly: Kids, teens, and anyone avoiding alcohol can sip along.
Customizable: Adjust sweetness or fizz to suit your mood.

This recipe gives you all the fun of a fancy cocktail without needing a shaker or a bar cart full of spirits. Plus, it’s a great way to use up that leftover cranberry juice sitting in your fridge.

Ingredients

1 cup cranberry juice (100% juice, unsweetened or sweetened to taste)
1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda
1 tablespoon fresh lime or lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness of your juice)
Fresh cranberries and citrus slices for garnish
Ice

Instructions

Fill a glass with ice. I like a big, frosty glass—it just feels more like a treat.
Pour in the cranberry juice and citrus juice. Add honey or maple syrup if you like it a little sweeter.
Top with sparkling water and give it a gentle stir. You want the bubbles to stay nice and fizzy.
Garnish with cranberries or a slice of lime/lemon. Optional sprig of rosemary if you’re feeling fancy!
Sip and enjoy. Warning: It’s refreshing enough that you might want a second glass immediately.

Tips for the Perfect Mocktail

Adjust the fizz: More sparkling water = lighter, less tart.
Make it a punch: Multiply ingredients for a festive pitcher. Keep sparkling water aside until serving so it stays fizzy.
Chill your glass: Because nothing says “special drink” like a frosty glass on a chilly night.
Swap flavors: Try pomegranate or orange juice if you don’t have cranberry.

Cranberry Christmas Spritzer (Mocktail)

A little sparkle for your holiday season 🎄✨This Cranberry Christmas Spritzer is festive, refreshing, and alcohol-free—perfect for holiday dinners, parties, or cozy nights at home.

Simple ingredients. Big holiday vibes.

Prep Time 2

Serving Size 1

Ingredients

3 cup cranberry juice 100% juice or cocktail—your choice
1 cup sparkling water or lemon-lime soda
Ice
4 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprig
1/2 cup Fresh cranberries for garnish

Instructions

Fill a glass with ice.
Pour in cranberry juice.
Top with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda.
Gently stir.
Garnish with rosemary and fresh cranberries. Serve immediately.

Notes

Party Pitcher Version (Serves 8):
6 cups cranberry juice
2 cups sparkling water or lemon-lime soda
Ice
Rosemary sprigs & cranberries for garnish
Stir just before serving to keep it bubbly.

FAQ’s : Cranberry Spritzer Mocktail

Yes! Mix the cranberry juice and citrus juice ahead of time. Keep it in the fridge, then add sparkling water and ice right before serving. The bubbles last longer that way.

Absolutely! They’re perfect as ice cubes and keep your drink cold without diluting it.

Definitely! No alcohol, and the fizzy, fruity flavor is a hit with all ages.

Try maple syrup, honey, or even a splash of orange juice for natural sweetness.

Garnish with a sprig of rosemary, a twist of citrus peel, or rim the glass with sugar. Serve in a champagne flute for that wow factor.

Don’t forget the champagne flutes!

This Cranberry Spritzer Mocktail is proof that you don’t need a cocktail shaker to feel fancy. It’s simple, sparkly, and so full of flavor you’ll want it year-round. Bonus: it’s easy to double, triple, or even quadruple if you’ve got a party coming up.

Pro tip: Keep a bottle of sparkling water on hand—you never know when a mocktail emergency will strike.

More mocktails this way!