A festive sparkling drink featuring frozen cranberries, citrus, and refreshing bubbles with a winter twist.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 cup frozen cranberries
02 - 1 small orange, thinly sliced
→ Liquid Base
03 - 2 cups chilled sparkling water or club soda
04 - 1 cup 100% cranberry juice, unsweetened or lightly sweetened
05 - 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
06 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
→ Sweetener (optional)
07 - 1–2 tbsp simple syrup or agave nectar, to taste
→ Garnish
08 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Place frozen cranberries at the bottom of each serving glass.
02 - Arrange several thin orange slices upright in each glass for decorative effect.
03 - Combine cranberry juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and optional sweetener in a large pitcher. Stir to blend thoroughly.
04 - Pour the juice mixture over the fruit in each glass, filling about halfway.
05 - Top each glass with chilled sparkling water or club soda. Gently stir to combine without losing carbonation.
06 - Place a fresh rosemary sprig on each drink for aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately to enjoy the floating cranberry effect.
