Snow Globe Mocktail Cranberries (Print version)

Refreshing sparkling drink with frozen cranberries and citrus, perfect for festive gatherings and easy to prepare.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup frozen cranberries
02 - 1 small orange, thinly sliced

→ Liquid Base

03 - 2 cups chilled sparkling water or club soda
04 - 1 cup 100% cranberry juice, unsweetened or lightly sweetened
05 - 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
06 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Sweetener (optional)

07 - 1 to 2 tablespoons simple syrup or agave nectar, to taste

→ Garnish

08 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - Place frozen cranberries at the bottom of each serving glass.
02 - Add several thin orange slices to each glass, arranging them upright for decoration.
03 - In a large pitcher, combine cranberry juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and sweetener if using. Stir thoroughly to blend.
04 - Pour the juice mixture over the fruit in each glass, filling about halfway.
05 - Top each glass with chilled sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently to combine without losing carbonation.
06 - Garnish each drink with a fresh rosemary sprig for aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately to enjoy the floating cranberry effect.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Festive and sparkling
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For a stronger snow globe effect briefly swirl each glass before serving.
  • You can substitute sparkling apple cider for a sweeter version.
03 -
  • Use chilled sparkling water to maintain bubbles longer.
  • Customize sweetness with simple syrup or agave nectar as desired.
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