Christmas Cranberry Breeze

This festive Cranberry Mojito, also known as the Christmas Cranberry Breeze, is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. It is a delightful combination of fresh cranberry simple syrup, muddled mint leaves, lime juice, a touch of rum, and a splash of fizzy seltzer water. The vibrant red hue and refreshing flavors make it an ideal cocktail for spreading holiday cheer.

Christmas Cranberry Breeze

A delightful Christmas cocktail featuring fresh cranberry simple syrup, mint, lime, and a hint of rum, topped with sparkling seltzer water.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 5 mint leaves
  • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 oz cranberry simple syrup
  • 1 oz rum
  • Seltzer water
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized saucepot, combine fresh cranberries, sugar, and water.
  2. Place the pot over medium heat and simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes without boiling or bursting the cranberries.
  3. Once the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture turns pink, remove it from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
  4. Once the cranberry simple syrup is cooled, proceed to prepare the drink.
  5. In a tall glass, add mint leaves and lime juice, then gently muddle to release the mint flavor.
  6. Fill the glass with ice and pour in 1/2 oz cranberry simple syrup and 1 oz rum.
  7. Top with seltzer water and add fresh cranberries for garnish.