Hey, y’all! This Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail brings all the sparkle of the season without any fuss. It’s festive, bright, and beautifully bubbly; the kind of drink that looks like it belongs on a Christmas card and comes together in seconds. With a hint of citrus and a pop of cranberry, it’s an easy favorite for any holiday gathering.
Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail
This cocktail is simple, elegant, and made for celebrating with the people you love. It has that mix of Southern charm and holiday sparkle that turns any gathering into something a little more special. The cranberry juice gives it that gorgeous festive red, the champagne adds the perfect bubbly touch, and the orange liqueur brings a bright, citrusy lift. Finish it with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary, and you’ve got a drink that could’ve stepped right out of the pages of Southern Living.
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Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail Ingredients
- 3 oz. cranberry juice
- 3 oz. champagne
- ½ oz. orange liqueur (like Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Fresh rosemary (for garnish)
How to Make Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail
- Make sure your cranberry juice, champagne, and orange liqueur are nice and cold as this drink’s best served crisp and refreshing.
- In a champagne flute, pour in the cranberry juice, champagne, and orange liqueur. No need to stir, just let the bubbles do their thing.
- Drop in a few fresh cranberries and add a sprig of rosemary for that festive flair. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Pro Tips For Making This Recipe
- Use 100% cranberry juice if you like it tart, or cranberry cocktail for a sweeter sip.
- Chill your glassware for an extra refreshing experience.
- Swap champagne for prosecco if you want a slightly sweeter version.
- Make a pitcher for parties, just multiply the ingredients and mix in a carafe (add the bubbles last!).
Frequently Asked Questions
Sure can! Use sparkling water or ginger ale instead of champagne and skip the orange liqueur. Still festive and fancy!
You can mix the cranberry juice and orange liqueur ahead, but add the champagne right before serving to keep it bubbly.
Cointreau, Triple Sec, or Grand Marnier all work great. Use what you’ve got!
Absolutely! They'll even help keep your drink cold.
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Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail
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Ingredients
- 3 oz. cranberry juice
- 3 oz. champagne
- ½ oz. orange liqueur like Cointreau or Triple Sec
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Fresh rosemary for garnish
Instructions
- Make sure your cranberry juice, champagne, and orange liqueur are nice and cold as this drink’s best served crisp and refreshing.
- In a champagne flute, pour in the cranberry juice, champagne, and orange liqueur. No need to stir, just let the bubbles do their thing.
- Drop in a few fresh cranberries and add a sprig of rosemary for that festive flair. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use 100% cranberry juice if you like it tart, or cranberry cocktail for a sweeter sip.
- Chill your glassware for an extra refreshing experience.
- Swap champagne for prosecco if you want a slightly sweeter version.
- Make a pitcher for parties, just multiply the ingredients and mix in a carafe (add the bubbles last!).
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