HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS CITRUS COCKTAIL
This Holly Jolly Christmas Citrus Cocktail is a bright, refreshing drink with orange, cranberry, and lime. It's festive, fizzy, and perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a sweet-tart sparkle everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orange juice fresh or bottled
- ½ cup cranberry juice unsweetened or cocktail
- 1 oz lime juice about 1 lime
- 3 oz vodka or gin
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries and orange slices for garnish
- Rosemary sprigs optional, for garnish
Instructions
Mix the Juices:
- In a shaker or large glass, combine orange juice, cranberry juice, lime juice, and vodka. Stir or shake gently to mix.
Add Ice:
- Fill two cocktail glasses with ice cubes.
Pour and Top:
- Divide the juice mixture evenly into the glasses. Top with sparkling water or club soda.
Garnish:
- Add fresh cranberries, an orange slice, and a rosemary sprig for a festive touch.
Serve:
- Serve immediately while fizzy and chilled.
Notes
- Make it Non-Alcoholic: Skip the vodka and use extra sparkling water or a splash of lemon-lime soda.
- Variations: Add a splash of pomegranate juice or use blood orange juice for deeper color.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve in stemmed glasses for a fancy touch, or in mason jars for a rustic look.
- Storage Tips: Best served fresh. You can mix the juice and vodka base ahead and refrigerate, then add sparkling water when ready to serve.