Amaretto Cranberry Fizz
A vibrant and festive cocktail that pairs the almond sweetness of amaretto with tart cranberry juice and sparkling wine. Light, bubbly, and perfect for celebrations or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Amaretto
- 1 oz Cranberry juice (unsweetened)
- 3 oz Prosecco or sparkling wine (chilled)
- fresh cranberries (garnish) garnish
- rosemary sprig (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Combine with roasted beet salad with goat cheese or cranberry-glazed ham for a festive pairing that echoes the drink's tart-sweet cranberry and almond notes. The sparkling wine lift makes it perfect for holiday appetizers.
Instructions
Pour amaretto into a chilled champagne flute
Add cranberry juice and stir gently to combine
Slowly top with chilled prosecco, tilting the glass to preserve bubbles
Drop a few fresh cranberries into the glass
Rest a small rosemary sprig across the rim as an aromatic garnish
Tips
Use unsweetened cranberry juice to keep the drink from becoming overly sweet with the amaretto and prosecco Chill the flute in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving for a frosty, elegant presentation Thread the cranberries onto a cocktail pick with the rosemary for a more polished garnish