Looking for a refreshing, pretty, and totally party-worthy drink? This Non-Alcoholic Cranberry Spritzer is bubbly, bright, and so simple to whip up.
It’s the perfect sipper for holidays, brunches, baby showers, or anytime you want something fun without the alcohol.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Cranberry juice – unsweetened or lightly sweetened both work.
- Sparkling water – or use lemon-lime soda for a sweeter spritzer.
- Fresh lime juice – adds a crisp, citrusy pop.
- Fresh cranberries – festive and pretty for garnish.
- Lemon or orange slices – add color and brightness.
- Fresh mint leaves (optional) – for a refreshing finish.
- Ice cubes – keeps everything cold and sparkling.
How to Make a Cranberry Spritzer
Step 1 – Prepare the glasses
Fill your serving glasses with ice cubes.
Step 2 – Mix the spritzer base
In a small pitcher or mixing glass, combine the cranberry juice, sparkling water (or lemon-lime soda), and fresh lime juice. Stir gently.
Step 3 – Pour and garnish
Pour the cranberry mixture over the ice. Garnish with fresh cranberries, a lemon slice, and mint leaves if you want a pop of green.
Step 4 – Serve immediately
Enjoy right away while the drink is cold, crisp, and fizzy!
Tips & Variations
- Want it sweeter? Use lemon-lime soda or add a splash of simple syrup.
- Want it tarter? Add more lime juice or use unsweetened cranberry juice.
- Swap sparkling water for flavored sparkling water like lime or cranberry-lime.
- Make it festive by adding a sugar rim — dip the rim in lime juice, then sugar.
- Turn it into a party punch by multiplying the recipe and serving in a big pitcher.
Perfect For
- Christmas dinner or holiday gatherings
- Baby or bridal showers
- Brunch with friends
- Non-alcoholic drink stations
- Kids, teens, or anyone avoiding alcohol
- A refreshing everyday treat
📸 Don’t Forget the Photo Op!
Capture that gorgeous red color! A top-down shot with floating cranberries and citrus slices looks stunning, or snap a glass held up to the light to highlight the bubbles.
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Serve it up and let this bright, bubbly spritzer bring a little extra sparkle to your celebration!
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Non-Alcoholic Cranberry Spritzer
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberry juice unsweetened or lightly sweetened
- 1 cup sparkling water or lemon-lime soda for extra sweetness
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice about half a lime
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Lemon or orange slices for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish, optional
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Fill serving glasses with ice cubes.
- combine the cranberry juice, sparkling water (or lemon-lime soda), and fresh lime juice. Stir gently to mix.
- Pour the cranberry mixture over the ice in each glass.
- Garnish with a few fresh cranberries, a lemon slice on the rim, and mint leaves if using.
- Serve immediately while the drink is cold and fizzy. Enjoy your refreshing cranberry spritzer!
