Hey friends!
Are you in the holiday spirit yet? 🎄 I’ve got a festive treat that’ll get you humming those Christmas tunes!
Today, I’m sharing a delightful recipe for a Christmas cranberry martini.
It’s tart, sweet, and oh-so-festive—perfect for sipping while you deck the halls!
Trust me, this cocktail will be the star of your holiday gatherings.
Let’s shake things up and get mixing! 🍸✨
Possible Ingredient Alternatives
Vodka can be replaced with gin for a more herbal flavor profile, or with white rum for a slightly sweeter taste. Both alternatives maintain the cocktail’s alcohol content and mix well with the other ingredients. For a non-alcoholic version, use extra cranberry juice or a clear, unsweetened carbonated beverage like seltzer water.
Elderflower liqueur can be substituted with pear nectar or white grape juice for a non-alcoholic option. These alternatives provide a similar floral sweetness. Adjust the sugar content of the cocktail as needed, as these substitutes may be sweeter than elderflower liqueur.
Cranberry juice can be swapped with pomegranate juice for a similar tart flavor and festive color. Cherry juice is another option, though it may result in a sweeter drink. In both cases, consider adding a splash of lemon juice to maintain the cocktail’s balance if using a sweeter juice alternative.
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 0-5 minutes |
| Total Time | 10-20 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Estimated Nutrition
Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):
- Calories: 300-350
- Protein: 0-1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35-45 g
Ingredients
- 1 lime (with zest and 15 ml juice)
- 1 tablespoon sugar for glass rim
- Ice cubes
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce elderflower liqueur (e.g., st. germain)
- 1 ounce cranberry juice
- Frozen cranberries for garnish
Step 1: Prepare the Lime Sugar Rim
Zest half of a lime into a small bowl.
Combine the zest with rimming sugar, using your fingers to rub the sugar and zest together until the mixture becomes fragrant.
Sprinkle the flavored sugar onto a small plate.
Cut the lime into wedges and use one wedge to wet the edge of your serving glass.
Carefully press the rim of the glass into the sugar mixture, ensuring an even coating.
Set the prepared glass aside.
Step 2: Mix the Cocktail
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Add the following ingredients: vodka, elderflower liqueur, cranberry juice, and 1/2 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice.
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
Step 3: Serve and Garnish
Strain the shaken cocktail into the glass prepared with the lime sugar rim.
For a festive touch, garnish the drink with a lime wedge and a few frozen cranberries.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing cocktail!
