Cranberry Campari Sparkler

This festive Thanksgiving cocktail combines the bittersweet flavors of Campari with the tangy essence of unsweetened 100% cranberry juice. The tartness and bitterness of this cocktail perfectly awaken the palate, making it an ideal drink for any celebration.

Cranberry Campari Sparkler

A delightful and festive Thanksgiving cocktail with a perfect balance of bittersweet Campari and unsweetened cranberry juice, creating a refreshing and palate-awakening experience.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened 100% cranberry juice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 rosemary sprigs
  • 2 1/2 oz. dry sparkling wine
  • 1 1/2 oz. Campari
  • 1 oz. Cran-Rosemary Juice
  • Garnish: Rosemary sprig, torched if desired

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine unsweetened cranberry juice, water, and sugar. Simmer over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve sugar, then remove from heat. Add rosemary sprigs and let steep for 4 minutes. Strain the mixture into a measuring cup or resealable jar and let it cool to room temperature.
  2. In a Collins glass, pour the sparkling wine, followed by Campari and Cran-Rosemary Juice. Add ice and gently stir the cocktail.
  3. For garnish, torch the rosemary sprig by holding it next to the burner of a gas stove or near a match for a few seconds, then place it on the cocktail.