Servings: 4 cocktails
Calories: 80kcal
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
- Saucepan
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
Mocktail Ingredients
- 3 oz Cranberry juice for sweetness and color
- 1.5 oz Fresh lime juice for acidity
- 1 oz Orange juice or non-alcoholic orange liqueur
- 0.5-1 oz Agave nectar or maple syrup for natural sweetness
Spiced Syrup Ingredients
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick for warming flavor
- 2 pods Star anise adds complexity
- 4-5 cloves Whole cloves for depth
- 1 piece Fresh ginger for brightness
- 2 oz Non-alcoholic tequila alternative optional
Garnishing Ingredients
- a handful Fresh cranberries for decoration and flavor
- 1 sprig Rosemary adds earthy aroma
- to taste Granulated sugar for rimming the glass
- to taste Ground cinnamon enhances warmth
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Moisten the rim of your glass with a lime wedge, dip it in sugar mixed with cinnamon, and set aside.
- Combine water, sweetener, cinnamon stick, star anise, and cloves in a saucepan; simmer until dissolved.
- Let syrup steep for 15-20 minutes, then cool completely after straining.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add cranberry juice, lime juice, orange juice, and spiced syrup.
- Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds then strain into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries, rosemary, and a cinnamon stick.
Notes
Serve immediately for the best experience, and enjoy the festive flavors throughout the holiday season.
Nutrition
Serving: 1mocktail | Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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