Snow Globe Mocktail Cranberries (Printable Version)

Sparkling beverage with frozen cranberries and citrus, ideal for festive celebrations and refreshing sips.

# Components:

→ 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 unsweetened or lightly sweetened 100% cranberry juice
05 - 1/2 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)

# Method Steps:

01 - Place frozen cranberries at the bottom of each serving glass.
02 - Arrange thin orange slices upright inside each glass for decoration.
03 - Combine cranberry juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and optional sweetener in a large pitcher. Stir thoroughly to blend.
04 - Pour the juice blend over the fruit in each glass, filling to about halfway.
05 - Fill the remaining volume of each glass with chilled sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently to preserve carbonation.
06 - Add a fresh rosemary sprig to each glass for fragrance and visual appeal.
07 - Serve immediately to enjoy the floating cranberry and sparkling effect.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and sparkling non-alcoholic drink
  • 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 -
  • Add a cinnamon stick for a hint of spice.
  • Omit sweetener for a lower sugar version and use 100% juices.
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