This cranberry aperol spritz only needs 4 ingredients and takes just 5 minutes to make.

It’s the perfect cocktail to cheers the season with!

I knew I had to make a wintery version of my campari rosé spritz, and this is the perfect holiday cocktail! Now I know the traditional aperol spritz is usually a summer drink, but with a few seasonal substitutes you can have a refreshing holiday drink! I know you’re going to love it.

I’ve also got a few tips on how to make this wintery cocktail even more festive for your holiday parties! I absolutely love making a big batch of this winter aperol spritz for gatherings.

Why you’ll love this winter aperol spritz

• You only need 4 ingredients to make this holiday cocktail!
• You can easily make a larger batch for when you’re entertaining guests.
• It only takes 5 minutes to prepare.
• Aperol spritz is traditionally made with prosecco, but you can use cava or champagne if you don’t have prosecco on hand!
• Make this a festive cocktail by adding a sprig of fresh rosemary and a few cranberries!

Ingredients Needed

Aperol: aperol is definitely the key to this aperol spritz! In a pinch, try campari instead! Just note it will be slightly bitter.

Prosecco: this cocktail is usually made with prosecco, but you can use cava or champagne if you don’t have prosecco. If you haven’t had prosecco before, it is very similar to champagne!

Cranberry Juice: adds that beautiful festive flavour to this drink!

Club Soda: you’ll need to add a splash of club soda (or you can use sparkling water!)

Orange: a classic aperol spritz is garnished with an orange slice. I think it pairs beautifully with the cranberry so I recommend keeping it in!

Rosemary: I love garnishing this cocktail with fresh rosemary.

Step by Step Process

• Step 1: Add ice to a wine glass. Add the aperol, prosecco and cranberry juice. Top it up with club soda or sparkling water.
• Step 2: Garnish with an orange wedge, fresh rosemary and a few cranberries. Enjoy!

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Winter Cranberry Aperol Spritz

This Winter Aperol Spritz is dressed up for the holidays with the addition of cranberry juice and a festive rosemary sprig!

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword aperol spritz, holiday cocktail

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 cocktail

Author Jess

Ingredients

• 2 oz aperol
• 3 oz prosecco
• 2 oz cranberry juice
• 1 oz club soda or sparkling water
• For garnish: Orange wedge, fresh rosemary and cranberries

Instructions

• Add ice to a wine glass. Pour in the aperol, prosecco and cranberry juice. Top with the club soda. Add in orange wedge and garnish with fresh rosemary and a few cranberries (if desired).

Notes

• If you don’t have prosecco, champagne, cava or sparkling rosé will also do the trick!
• Making a larger batch: want to make a large batch when entertaining guests? Just multiply the recipe by the number of guests and mix all the ingredients together in a pitcher. Then simply pour the finished cocktail into glasses and serve.

FAQ

Can I use campari instead of Aperol?

Yes, in a pinch you can use campari if that is all you have on hand. Just note, it might be slightly more bitter than aperol!

Can I use sparkling water instead of club soda?

Yes, you can use an equal amount of sparkling water instead of club soda.

How can I make this slightly less alcoholic?

Simply increase the amount of cranberry juice and club soda and slightly decrease the amount of aperol and prosecco.

Expert Tips

• Add a festive garnish: want to make this winter cocktail even more magical? Dip fresh rosemary sprigs in water then roll in white sugar. Let the rosemary dry and then use as a garnish!
• What glass to use: aperol spritz is usually served in a wine glass, but you can use a stemless glass in a pinch!
• Making a larger batch: want to make a large batch when entertaining guests? Just multiply the recipe by the number of guests and mix all the ingredients together in a pitcher. Then simply pour the finished cocktail into glasses and serve.

Storage

This cocktail is best served immediately!

More festive cocktails to love from the blog

Cranberry Rosé Fizz

Winter Spiced Old Fashioned

Spiced Winter Punch | The Perfect Cocktail for the Holidays

Kombucha Cranberry Bourbon Smash

Citrus Vodka Crush

Until the next cooking adventure,
Jess

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Cucumber and mint are refreshing flavours and they pair perfectly with gin.

And, taking a cue from one of my other favourite cocktails, the French 75, this Spritz is topped with prosecco for a sparkling touch!

I love to make cocktails that use seasonal and fresh ingredients so this Minty Cucumber Gin Spritz fits in perfectly. The last couple of week’s we’ve been enjoying local cucumbers from our YYC Growers Harvest Box. So, I knew as soon as we started to feel the beginnings of Spring it was the perfect opportunity to use the cucumbers in a cocktail to celebrate.

If you haven’t had mint and cucumber in a cocktail yet, you’re in for a treat! The two provide the most refreshing flavours when muddled together and combined with gin.

Then, this cocktail is topped with prosecco for a perfectly bubbly sip!

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Minty Cucumber Gin Spritz

Mint and cucumber combine with gin in this refreshing cocktail that is topped with prosecco for the perfect, sparkling spritz of the Spring season!

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword cocktail, spring cocktail

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 2 cocktails

Author Jess

Ingredients

• 6 slices cucumber
• 10 mint leaves
• 2 ounces gin
• 8-10 ounces prosecco or other white sparkling wine
• extra mint leaves and cucumber slices for garnish
• ice

Instructions

• Add mint leaves, cucumber slices and gin to a cocktail shaker or mason jar.
• Use a muddler or wooden spoon to crush and mix mint, cucumber and gin so the flavours get released and then let sit for 5 minutes.
• Strain into two champagne flutes (or glass of your choice) and pour 4-5 ounces of prosecco into each glass.
• Add some mint leaves and fresh slices of cucumber to garnish and 1-2 ice cubes and enjoy!

This Minty Cucumber Gin Spritz is wonderful for brunch, Easter or Mother’s day. And, even just sipping in the sunshine during the Spring or Summer!

This recipe is a lovely way for me to celebrate my 4th year of blogging here on Cooking in my Genes! I can hardly believe I’ve been creating and photographing recipes to share with you for four years; it’s gone by in a flash! I’ve enjoyed every minute of this experience so far. This blog is such a lovely way to connect with you, family and friends through the love of food. So THANK YOU for all of the love and support; I truly wouldn’t be doing this without you!

So, let’s grab one of these Minty Cucumber Gin Spritz’s and CHEERS to an amazing 4 years plus more to come!

And, if you need some more Spring cocktail inspiration, check out my Grapefruit Lavender Spring Blossom Cocktail.

Until the next cooking adventure,
Jess

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