Cranberry Wine Spritzer is a light effervescent cocktail with hints of cranberry. It is refreshing, sparkling, and a little sweet. This drink makes a perfect cocktail for a brunch, lunch, or just a Friday afternoon get together.
It would also be a great light cocktail to serve during the Holidays. The light cranberry flavor is the perfect match for the season. Float a few frozen cranberries in the glass to make it extra festive.
What is a Spritzer
A spritzer is a light drink that is usually made of white wine blended with a sparkling mixer. Traditionally the sparkling mixer is sparkling water or sparkling mineral water.
However, there are a lot of different versions of a spritzer where the white wine is mixed with a soda like Sprite or 7 up or a sparkling juice.
This is usually a lighter cocktail that does not contain a lot of alcohol, which makes it great for a brunch or lunch, or for someone who likes to enjoy a drink but does not want the alcohol side effects.
If you want something a little stronger than a spritzer definitely check out my Red Wine Winter Sangria, it also makes a great drink for the Holidays.
How to Make a Cranberry Wine Spritzer
Simply mix 3 parts of your favorite white wine (sauvignon blanc), with 1-2 part(s) Sparkling Cranberry Juice from Trader Joe’s. I like to serve this over ice garnished with fresh or frozen cranberries.
If you do not live near a Trader Joe’s try to find another sparkling cranberry juice brand. If that is not available you can sub 1 part cranberry cocktail and 1 part sparkling water.
If I want this cocktail to be a little sweeter I will use a Moscato, Moscato d’ Asti, or Reisling.
A Great Holiday Brunch or Lunch Menu
If you are entertaining during the Holidays and need a delicious brunch or lunch menu here is a great menu to consider:
- Cranberry Wine Spritzer
- Hot Artichoke Chicken Sandwiches
- Kale & Cranberry Salad (store bought)
- Sweet Potato Kettle Chips
- Chocolate Sheet Cake with Peppermint Ice Cream
I hope you’ll give it a try at your next get together!
Love- Susie
Cranberry Wine Sprizer
Ingredients
- 3 parts white wine (sauvignon blanc) (use Riesling, Moscato, Moscato D’Asti for a sweeter cocktail)
- 1 to 2 part(s) Trader Joe’s Sparkling Cranberry Juice Blend
Instructions
- Pour 3 parts chilled white wine and 1-2 part chilled Trader Joe’s Sparkling Cranberry Juice Blend together over ice in a cocktail glass, or without ice in a champagne flute. Float frozen cranberries in the glass for an extra festive drink.Enjoy!
- NOTE: if you do not live near a Trader Joe’s, sub another brand of Sparkling Cranberry Juice. If that is not available you can sub 1 part cranberry cocktail and 1 part sparkling water.
Notes:
If nutrition facts are provided they are calculated as an estimate to the best of our knowledge.
Dawn
Great recipe! Friends loved it! Very refreshing! Ill make this again!
JOHN
Perfect for a holiday party or any day of the week 😀!!
Emily Bruno
This is beautiful and looks so easy to make!!
John
This is great for the holidays or anytime during the year!