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Festive and delicious Tipsy Rudolph Spritzer ready to be enjoyed as a featured holiday cocktail.

Tipsy Rudolph Spritzer

This festive cocktail combines the tartness of cranberry with the bubbly delight of prosecco and a hint of orange liqueur. The Tipsy Rudolph Spritzer is easy to make, visually appealing, and perfect for adding holiday cheer to any gathering. Garnish with cranberries, orange slices, and rosemary for a delightful presentation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz Cranberry Juice 100% juice preferred
  • 2 oz Orange Liqueur such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau
  • 6 oz Prosecco or other dry sparkling wine
  • 1 oz Vodka optional
  • Fresh cranberries, for garnish
  • Orange slices, for garnish
  • Rosemary sprigs, for garnish optional
  • Maraschino cherries, for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring spoons
  • Ice
  • Chilled glasses
  • Toothpicks (optional, for garnish)
  • Strainer

Method
 

  1. Chill your glasses in the freezer for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a shaker with ice, combine the cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and vodka (if using).
  3. Shake well until chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into your chilled glasses filled with ice.
  5. Gently top each glass with Prosecco.
  6. Garnish with fresh cranberries, orange slices, and rosemary sprigs (if using).
  7. For the Rudolph Nose: Carefully thread a maraschino cherry onto a toothpick and place it on the rim of the glass.

Notes

Control sweetness by adjusting orange liqueur or cranberry juice. For a mocktail, replace Prosecco with sparkling white grape juice or club soda, orange liqueur with orange juice, and omit the vodka. To batch, multiply ingredients, combine all except Prosecco in advance, and add Prosecco just before serving. Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a warmer flavor. Infuse cranberry juice with rosemary or add gingerbread spice for variations. Pairs well with cheese boards, mini quiches, gingerbread cookies, or chocolate-covered strawberries. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, but note the Prosecco will lose its fizz.