Thanksgiving Cranberry Spritzer

🥂🍂 Thanksgiving Cranberry Spritzer

🧾 Ingredients (Makes 4–6 servings)

🟣 Base:

• 1 cup 100% cranberry juice (unsweetened or sweetened, to taste)

• 1 cup sparkling water, club soda, or ginger ale

• ½ cup orange juice (fresh or bottled)

• 2–3 tbsp maple syrup or simple syrup (adjust to taste)

🟡 Optional Add-ins:

• Juice of ½ lime or lemon (for brightness)

• A few dashes of bitters (optional for depth)

• ½ cup vodka, gin, or prosecco (for alcoholic version)

🌿 Garnish:

• Fresh cranberries

• Orange slices

• Rosemary sprigs or mint

• Optional: cinnamon stick for a holiday twist

🥄 Instructions

1. Mix the Base

   • In a pitcher or large mixing glass, stir together cranberry juice, orange juice, maple/simple syrup, and citrus juice if using.

   • Chill until ready to serve.

2. Add the Fizz

   • Just before serving, pour in the sparkling water or ginger ale.

   • Stir gently to combine.

3. Serve

   • Pour over ice in glasses.

   • Garnish with cranberries, orange slice, and a sprig of rosemary or mint.

🍸 For a Cocktail Version:

• Add 1 oz vodka or gin per glass, or top with chilled prosecco.

• A splash of triple sec or orange liqueur also complements the cranberry beautifully.

🧡 Tips:

• Use cranberry-pomegranate juice for a twist.

• Make a big batch in a punch bowl for a crowd.

• Freeze fresh cranberries in ice cubes for a pretty touch.

Would you like a mocktail punch version, sparkling apple twist, or a low-sugar alternative?