This Cranberry-White Wine Spritzer is a refreshing and easy recipe, which is made with dry white wine and cranberry juice. It’s the perfect holiday cocktail, ready in about 5 minutes.
Cranberry-White Wine Spritzer Ingredients
- 1 bottle dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 ½ cups cranberry juice cocktail
- 1 can (12 ounces) seltzer water
- Lime slices, for garnish
- Ice
How To Make a Cranberry-White Wine Spritzer
- Combine the liquids: In a large pitcher, combine the chilled white wine, cranberry juice cocktail, and chilled seltzer water.
- Serve: Stir gently to mix. Pour the spritzer into ice-filled glasses and garnish with fresh lime slices.
Recipe Tips
- What’s the best white wine for a spritzer? A crisp, dry, and unoaked white wine is best. The recipe’s suggestion of Sauvignon Blanc is perfect. Other great options include Pinot Grigio, a dry Riesling, or a Vinho Verde.
- Can I make this non-alcoholic? Yes, absolutely. For a delicious and festive mocktail, simply substitute the white wine with an equal amount of sparkling white grape juice.
- How can I make it less sweet? Cranberry juice cocktail is sweetened. For a tarter spritzer, use 100% pure, unsweetened cranberry juice and add a little simple syrup to taste.
- How to make it ahead for a party? This is a perfect pitcher drink. You can mix the white wine and cranberry juice in a pitcher ahead of time and chill it. Just before your guests arrive, gently stir in the chilled seltzer water to ensure it’s perfectly bubbly.
What To Serve With a Cranberry-White Wine Spritzer
This is a classic aperitif cocktail that pairs wonderfully with light, salty, and festive snacks.
- A simple cheese board with baked brie and crackers
- A bowl of mixed nuts or olives
- Holiday appetizers like mini sausage rolls or a shrimp cocktail ring
- Bruschetta with goat cheese and cranberry sauce
How To Store a Cranberry-White Wine Spritzer
- This pitcher cocktail is best enjoyed immediately while it is cold and bubbly. It does not store well as it will lose its carbonation. If you have leftovers, you can store the wine and cranberry juice mixture (without the seltzer) in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Cranberry-White Wine Spritzer Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 0g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
It has a lovely balance of sweet and tart. The sweetness level will depend on the cranberry juice cocktail you use. For a less sweet version, use a more tart juice or top with extra seltzer water.
Yes. While lime slices are classic, a few fresh cranberries and a sprig of fresh rosemary in each glass would make for a beautiful and festive holiday garnish.
For this recipe, they are largely interchangeable. Seltzer is plain carbonated water, while club soda is carbonated water with added minerals for a slightly salty taste. Both work perfectly to add bubbles to your spritz.
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Description
A simple, refreshing, and festive bubbly cocktail that’s perfect for any holiday party or gathering.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the chilled white wine and cranberry juice cocktail.
- Gently stir in the chilled seltzer water.
- Pour into ice-filled glasses.
- Garnish with fresh lime slices and serve immediately.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use a crisp, dry white wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
- Don’t add the seltzer until the very last minute to ensure the drink is perfectly bubbly.
- This is a “principal recipe” that can be easily adapted with different juices, like pomegranate, for a different flavor.
- The beauty of this cocktail is in its simplicity, so use the best, freshest ingredients you can find.