A refreshing and vibrant cocktail combining tart cranberry juice with smooth gin, topped with fizzy club soda and garnished with fresh cranberries and lime wedges. Perfect for festive gatherings or a crisp, light drink anytime.
Total Time:5 minutes
Yield:2 servings
Ingredients
Liquids
4 oz gin
4 oz cranberry juice
2 oz club soda
Garnishes
Fresh cranberries for garnish
Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, add 4 oz gin and 4 oz cranberry juice along with ice to chill the mixture properly.
Shake Mixture: Shake the ingredients vigorously until well chilled and combined to ensure a balanced flavor.
Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into glasses filled with fresh ice cubes to keep the drink cool without dilution.
Top with Soda: Add 2 oz of club soda to each glass to give the cocktail a lively fizz and lighten the drink.
Garnish: Finish by garnishing each glass with fresh cranberries and lime wedges to enhance both presentation and flavor.
Notes
Use fresh cranberries for garnish to add a pop of color and a festive touch.
Adjust the amount of club soda to taste for a stronger or lighter fizz.
Chill the glasses beforehand to keep the cocktail colder longer.
For a sweeter drink, add a splash of simple syrup or cranberry syrup.
If fresh cranberries are unavailable, frozen ones can be used as well.
