Cranberry Martini

Delight in the Cranberry Martini, a captivating fusion of cranberry juice, Cointreau, and vodka sweetened with simple syrup. Enjoy the graceful balance of sweetness and tang with this holiday cocktail.

Holiday cocktails like the Pomegranate Martini and the Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail make spirits bright. You can enjoy cranberry juice mixed in your cocktails all season long whether it’s a Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail for Halloween or this martini for Christmas.

What I Love About This Recipe

• Burst of Vibrant Flavor: If you love the Cosmopolitan then you’ll love the slight twist the Cranberry Martini delivers. It has a burst of vibrant cranberry flavor that is both sweet and tart, creating a taste sensation that’s hard to resist.
• Seasonal Delight: Cranberries are a quintessential fall and winter fruit, making this martini a seasonal favorite that evokes a sense of coziness. It’s the perfect fall cocktail!
• Ideal for Special Occasions: This cocktail is a go-to for celebrations and special gatherings, elevating the overall experience.

How to Make a Cranberry Martini

1. Add the ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Pour the vodka, Cointreau (or Triple Sec), cranberry juice, and Simple Syrup into a cocktail shaker and fill it halfway with ice.
2. Shake vigorously. Shake the contents of the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 10 seconds to combine and chill the cocktail.
3. Strain. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish it with a sprig of rosemary or fresh cranberries.

Recipe Variations

• Use gin. Instead of using vodka, you can swap it out for gin.
• Add sugared cranberries. For added sparkle, you can use sugared cranberries for a garnish.

Cranberry Martini Recipe

Indulge in the Cranberry Martini, a captivating blend of cranberry juice, Cointreau, and vodka, gently sweetened with a touch of simple syrup. Experience the artful harmony of sweet and tangy notes in this festive cocktail.

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Course: Cocktails

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 1 Serving

Calories: 252kcal

Author: Aimee Mars

Equipment

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  Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

• ▢ 1½ ounce Vodka
• ▢ 1 ounce Cointreau or Triple Sec
• ▢ 1 ounce Cranberry Juice unsweetened
• ▢ 1 tablespoon Simple Syrup
• ▢ Rosemary Sprig for garnish

Instructions

• Add the ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Pour the vodka, Cointreau (or Triple Sec), cranberry juice, and Simple Syrup into a cocktail shaker and fill it halfway with ice.
• Shake vigorously. Shake the contents of the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 10 seconds to combine and chill the cocktail.
• Strain. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish it with a sprig of rosemary or fresh cranberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg

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