Ingredients
For the Drink
- ⅓ cup cranberry juice
- 1 ½ cups cranberry Sprite
For the Garnish
- 1 tablespoon crushed ice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cranberries
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Prepare the Garnish: Rinse the fresh cranberries and the rosemary sprig thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities, ensuring they are clean for garnishing.
- Mix the Drink: Pour ⅓ cup of cranberry juice and 1 ½ cups of cranberry Sprite into a 15.5-ounce highball or Collins glass. Gently stir with a long-handled spoon to combine the ingredients without losing carbonation.
- Garnish and Serve: Add 1 tablespoon of crushed ice into the glass, then float fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary on top. Serve the sparkling mocktail immediately to enjoy its fizzy freshness.
- Make for a Crowd (Optional): For larger groups, pour six cans (about 2 liters) of Cranberry Sprite into a punch bowl or drink dispenser. Add 14 ounces of cranberry juice and stir gently. Float fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs in the bowl for a festive presentation.
- Create an Ice Ring (Optional): Freeze several inches of water in an angel food cake pan or small bundt pan with fresh cranberries inside. To release the ice ring, place the pan briefly in warm water and turn it out into the punch bowl, adding an elegant and decorative touch to your party drink.
Notes
- Use a highball or Collins glass to maintain the classic presentation of the mocktail.
- Gently stir the drink to preserve carbonation and keep the bubbles lively.
- Fresh rosemary adds a wonderful aromatic note that complements the tartness of cranberry.
- The ice ring is ideal for punch bowls and helps keep the drink chilled without diluting it quickly.
- This mocktail is perfect for holiday celebrations and is easy to scale up for large parties.
- For extra zest, add a slice of lime or an additional herb garnish like mint if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
