Cranberry Vodka Sparkler with Rosemary
A crisp and festive cocktail blending tart cranberry with smooth vodka, topped with sparkling wine and fresh rosemary for an herbaceous aroma. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, cranberry juice (unsweetened), fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz cranberry juice (unsweetened)
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (1:1)
- 3 oz brut sparkling wine
- 1 fresh rosemary sprig
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes and add 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz unsweetened cranberry juice, 1/2 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled flute glass without ice.
- Step 4: Top gently with 3 oz brut sparkling wine.
- Step 5: Slap a fresh rosemary sprig between your palms to release the aroma and place it upright in the glass as a garnish.
