Festive Cranberry Rosemary Smash

This Festive Cranberry Rosemary Smash Cocktail is a delightful holiday drink that combines the tartness of cranberry with the aromatic essence of rosemary. The homemade rosemary simple syrup adds a touch of herbal sweetness, perfectly complementing the flavors of cranberry sauce and gin. This refreshing and easy-to-make cocktail is ideal for festive gatherings and celebrations.

Festive Cranberry Rosemary Smash

A delightful holiday cocktail with cranberry sauce, gin, and a homemade rosemary simple syrup.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon cranberry sauce
  • 2 ounces gin (or vodka)
  • Soda water
  • Ice
  • Juice of 1 lime (plus extra wedges for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine rosemary, sugar, and water. Heat until the sugar dissolves, then let it cool completely before discarding the rosemary.
  2. Muddle the cranberry sauce in a cocktail shaker.
  3. Add gin, 1 tablespoon of the rosemary simple syrup, and lime juice to the shaker, and shake to combine.
  4. Strain the mixture evenly into a cocktail glass filled with ice.
  5. Top with soda water and serve with extra lime wedges.