This pretty Cranberry Vodka Spritzer recipe yields a refreshing cocktail for all of your holiday entertaining. Whether you’re serving it as a wintertime pick-me-up or as a cold beverage to beat the heat in the summer, this spritzer is so simple to make and hits the spot every time!
If you need a festive cocktail to celebrate any occasion, this refreshing Cranberry Vodka Spritzer is the perfect option! This fruity and vibrant cocktail will add a splash of color and sparkle to any gathering.
It combines the tangy sweetness of cranberry juice with the smooth kick of vodka, topped with the effervescence of delightful sparkling water.
The best Cranberry Vodka Spritzer we have tried – perfect for holiday parties.
Garnished with fresh cranberries and some rosemary, this drink not only tastes incredible but also looks stunning. This drink is one of our favorite cocktails!
Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, a girls’ night in, or simply unwinding after a long day, this yummy and simple Cranberry Vodka Spritzer is the perfect way to relax and enjoy the season.
Serve this cocktail alongside a Blood Orange Vodka Cocktail for a duo of delicious and subtly fruity cocktails with gorgeous colors and elegant presentations!
This Cranberry Vodka Cocktail is a refreshing drink any time of the year.
Why You’ll Love This Cranberry Vodka Spritzer
Looking for easy holiday cocktails to make? This Cranberry Vodka Cocktail is the perfect choice for your Christmas cocktail party, but don’t save it just for the holiday season or December.
A harmonious blend of tart cranberry juice, smooth vodka, and bubbly sparkling water, this refreshing and vibrant drink is perfect for any season!
It also makes a tasty refreshing drink for hot summer afternoons – serve along side cold snacks and appetizers for a cocktail hour your guests will enjoy.
Five simple ingredients is all it takes to whip up this pretty cocktail – just look at those colors! How festive and perfect to serve your guests on holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving.
Five ingredients are all that’s needed to make this refreshing cocktail. And, if you’re looking for more drink recipes for holidays and cooler weather, check out our top Fall Cocktails!
Vodka Cranberry Spritzer Ingredients
This simple recipe only requires a few ingredients and some optional (but recommended!) garnishes for a majorly easy cocktail.
- Cranberry Vodka – gives you a refreshing burst of cranberry flavor, but can be substituted for regular vodka in a pinch.
- Cranberry Lime Seltzer Water – adds some carbonation for a fizzy effect and added cranberry flavor, as well as a tangy hint of citrus.
- Lime – the addition of extra lime ties all of the flavors together and gives your cocktail a refreshing and vibrant finish.
- Rosemary – provides a holiday touch and makes these cocktails perfect for winter. Use mint instead to transition this cocktail into a more spring and summer friendly drink.
- Fresh Cranberries – a sweet and festive garnish that infuse the drink with authentic fruity flavor.
Instructions
- If you like, start by dropping a few ice cubes into your cocktail glass. We’ve used a Hurricane glass – this cocktail looks so pretty in this glass! Or you could use frosted glasses with cold vodka and juice – your choice!
- Using a shot glass, measure one ounce of cranberry vodka and pour into your cocktail glass.
Start with one ounce of Cranberry Vodka for an infusion of boozy fruity flavor.
- Cut a fresh lime (you can use bottled lime juice in a pinch) and squeeze some lime juice into the glass.
- Add cranberry lime seltzer water and fill almost to the top, then give it a stir.
Top up your glass with Cranberry Lime Seltzer water.
- If you have some pretty cocktail skewers (like these ones), pierce some fresh cranberries and add a sprig of fresh rosemary (or two). Use as a garnish to add even more color. Or add some colorful cocktail umbrellas for an extra pretty touch, especially if you are whipping these up for a summer cocktail party.
So pretty and so tasty, this vodka spritzer is a simple drink with incredible results!
Tips
- To make this drink non-alcoholic, simply eliminate the vodka! This makes a great drink to enjoy as a family.
- This spritzer is great any time of year, so don’t limit yourself to making it around the holidays!
- Use some lime juice to rim the glass and dip into coarse sugar to make these drinks an even sweeter treat.
- If you prefer to drink your cocktails without ice, you can combine the ingredients in a cocktail shaker instead.
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Popular Variations and Substitutions
- For even more cranberry flavor, add a splash of cranberry juice or even a cranberry simple syrup for fresh cranberry flavor. I suggest avoiding cranberry juice cocktail, which is a slightly different product that has added sugars and corn syrup for extra sweetness.
- Better yet, make some cranberry puree with some honey and stir it into your spritzer!
- Fresh lime also makes a great garnish on the rim of your glass.
- If you’re looking for a little something extra, substituting some of the seltzer water for ginger beer or ginger ale and add a completely different dimension to your spritzers.
- Mint leaves are another cool and tasty garnish for this drink.
- If you want more of a subtle drink, feel free to use plain vodka. Something sweet but versatile like vanilla vodka may also be a tasty choice!
This Cranberry Vodka Cocktail is a perfect signature drink for your next party!
FAQs
What drink is made with vodka and cranberry?
This drink is called a Cape Codder or Cape Cod, although it’s typically made with regular vodka and cranberry juice, whereas this spritzer is made with cranberry vodka and seltzer water.
What’s the difference between a Cosmopolitan and a Cape Cod?
A Cosmo typically has more to it than a Cape Cod and often includes lime juice and triple sec.
What is the lowest calorie drink to have with vodka?
If you want to mix vodka with something and keep it low calorie, seltzer water is one of your best bets. Even the flavored kinds typically have little to no calories per serving, so you can experiment with lots of combinations!
Can I make this cranberry spritzer non alcoholic?
Absolutely! Combine the cranberry lime seltzer with a bit of cranberry juice, then garnish with rosemary and fresh cranberries as instructed. You could also use some lemon lime soda and accentuate the citrus flavor.
More Recipes You’ll Love
- Serve alongside tasty appetizers like these Easy Stuffed Mushroom Caps and Feta Garlic Dip.
- Butterscotch Schnapps Apple Cocktails are another sweet and festive drink for the colder months!
- Make this Pumpkin Spice Popcorn to pair with your refreshing sparkling water spritzer.
- A delicious Cranberry Pie from Baked by an Introvert is another fantastic way to add some delicious holiday flavor to any occasion!
Cranberry Vodka Cocktail
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Cranberry Vodka Spritzer
This Cranberry Vodka Spritzer cocktail is perfect for holiday entertaining! Less than 5 ingredients are required for this elegant and sophisticated libation.
Ingredients
- Cranberry Lime Seltzer Water
- Cranberry Vodka
- Lime
- Rosemary
- Fresh Cranberries
Instructions
- Pour one ounce of Cranberry Vodka into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice into the glass.
- Top with Cranberry Seltzer Water.
- Add fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs for garnish.
Notes
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 50