Spiced Cranberry Fizz

This festive and sparkling cocktail is an enchanting blend of seasonal flavors, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your holiday celebrations. The rich, spiced cranberry juice pairs harmoniously with the effervescence of champagne, creating a delightful drink that captures the essence of the season.

Spiced Cranberry Fizz

A delightful and effervescent cocktail blending spiced cranberry juice with champagne for a festive and flavorful holiday treat.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 star anise
  • 1/2-inch piece crystallized ginger
  • 1 1/2 oz vodka
  • Champagne or other sparkling wine
  • Fresh cranberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine cranberry juice, cinnamon stick, star anise, and crystallized ginger.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and let it cook for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the liquid to cool for at least 30 minutes before straining it into an airtight container.
  4. Chill the spiced cranberry juice until cold, approximately 1 hour.
  5. For each cocktail, pour 1 1/2 oz of spiced cranberry juice and 3/4 oz vodka into a champagne flute.
  6. Fill the rest of the way with champagne and garnish with fresh cranberries.