Description
A refreshing and festive sparkling cranberry gin cocktail that combines tart cranberry juice, zesty lime, and bubbly Prosecco for a perfect holiday or year-round treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cocktail Mix
- 2 ounces gin
- 2 ounces cranberry juice cocktail
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- ¾ ounce fresh lime juice
Garnish and Topping
- 1 ½ ounces Prosecco
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish, optional)
- Lime twist (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice to chill your ingredients effectively and ensure a cold drink.
- Mix ingredients: Add 2 ounces of gin, 2 ounces of cranberry juice cocktail, ¾ ounce fresh lime juice, and 1 ounce simple syrup into the shaker. Cover it tightly.
- Shake the cocktail: Shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds to blend the flavors thoroughly and chill the mixture.
- Pour into glasses: Evenly strain and pour the cocktail into two low ball glasses filled with fresh ice.
- Add Prosecco: Top each glass with ¾ ounce of Prosecco, gently stirring to combine the sparkling wine with the cocktail mix without losing the bubbles.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish with fresh cranberries and a lime twist for visual appeal and an extra hint of aroma. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor balance rather than bottled lime juice.
- Simple syrup can easily be made at home by dissolving equal parts sugar in hot water and cooling before use.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Prosecco can be substituted with other sparkling wines if desired.
- This cocktail is best served immediately to preserve the bubbles from the Prosecco.
