Cranberry Fizz Cocktail
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
181 kcal
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Cuisine
International
Cranberry Fizz Cocktail
Description
Cranberry Fizz Cocktail uses cranberry-flavored vodka combined with cranberry pomegranate juice and a fizzy mixer like club soda or ginger ale. The ingredients are shaken with ice to chill and combine flavors, then strained over fresh ice in glasses. The drink is topped with fresh pomegranate seeds and garnished with rosemary sprigs and cranberries for visual appeal and subtle herbal aroma. The result is a light, effervescent cocktail with fruity tartness and gentle sweetness from the juice and mixer. Variations using gin or bourbon are suggested for different flavor profiles, with complementary garnishes like cinnamon sticks suitable for bourbon versions. The cocktail is summertime-appropriate for its refreshing character but can be served year-round.
Ingredients
- ½ cup ice
- 3 oz vodka cranberry flavored
- 1 can club soda or Truly Cranberry Seltzer or Ginger Ale
- 1 cup cranberry pomegranate juice diet
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds for garnish
- 2 rosemary for garnish, sprigs, fresh
- ¼ cup cranberries for garnish
Instructions
- Add ice, vodka, and cranberry juice into the cocktail shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Split 1 can of bubbly (club soda, ginger ale, or Truly Cranberry Fizz seltzer) into each glass.
- Fill the remainder of the glasses with cranberry juice & vodka mixture, straining out the ice.
- Mix with a spoon. Then, garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds, sprigs of rosemary, and cranberries. You could also garnish with limes, mint, or apple slices!
- Cheers!
Notes
- Gin can replace vodka for a different botanical flavor direction.
- Bourbon is another alternative spirit; garnish with a cinnamon stick when using bourbon.
- Additional garnishes such as lime, mint, or apple slices can be used to vary presentation and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 181 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cocktail | |
| Calories | 181kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.