Holiday Cranberry Gin Cocktail Recipe
A festive and refreshing holiday cocktail combining tart cranberry juice, crisp gin, and citrusy orange and lemon juices, topped with bubbly ginger ale for a sparkling finish. Perfect for celebrations and cozy winter gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 1 1/2 ounces cranberry juice
- 1 1/2 ounces gin
- 1/2 ounce fresh orange juice
- 1/2 ounce lemon juice
- 3 ounces ginger ale or club soda
Garnish
- Cranberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the cocktail mixture: Add the cranberry juice, gin, fresh orange juice, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously to chill and combine all the flavors thoroughly.
- Strain and serve: Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes. Top the drink with 3 ounces of ginger ale or club soda to add a fizzy, refreshing element.
- Garnish and present: Optionally, garnish the cocktail with fresh cranberries for a festive look, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh squeezed orange and lemon juices for the best flavor.
- Ginger ale adds sweetness and spice, whereas club soda gives a lighter, less sweet option.
- Adjust the amount of ginger ale or club soda to taste for preferred fizz and sweetness levels.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the gin and add extra cranberry juice or a splash of sparkling water.
Keywords: holiday cocktail, cranberry cocktail, festive drinks, gin cocktail, Christmas drink, holiday party beverage
