Poinsettias
Brighten up your holiday celebrations with the elegant and festive Poinsettias cocktail! This simple yet stunning drink combines tart cranberry juice, aromatic orange liqueur, and bubbly champagne to create a sparkling symphony of flavors that's perfect for any winter gathering. Ready in just five minutes, this crowd-pleasing cocktail is as easy to make as it is to sip. Elevate the presentation with optional garnishes of floating fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for a seasonal touch that feels as chic as it is celebratory. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or toasting the New Year, these sparkling Poinsettias will dazzle your guests with their vibrant color and refreshing taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Cranberry juice
- 15 ml Orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 90 ml Champagne (or sparkling wine)
- 5 pieces Fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
- 1 sprig Fresh rosemary sprig (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Chill a champagne flute in the refrigerator or freezer for about 15 minutes before making the cocktail.
Pour the cranberry juice into the chilled champagne flute.
Add the orange liqueur to the glass, gently layering it over the cranberry juice.
Top the drink off with the champagne, pouring slowly to preserve the bubbles.
For an optional garnish, add a few fresh cranberries to float on top of the drink and a sprig of fresh rosemary for a festive touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy the sparkling, fruity flavors of this holiday cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 157 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
