12/18/2025
💫Looking for a refreshing, festive cocktail that’s perfect for the holidays, brunch, or entertaining guests? 💫
In this video, Chesney walks you through how to make a Blood Orange Cranberry Spritz—a bright, bubbly drink that’s equal parts tart, citrusy, and refreshing. 🎄
This easy cocktail recipe combines bold blood orange flavor, crisp cranberry juice, and sparkling bubbles for a drink that looks just as good as it tastes. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, planning a cozy night in, or just want to elevate your at-home cocktail game, this spritz is a must-try.
Chesney's Blood Orange Cranberry Spritz
6 servings
250 kcal
ingredients
• ⅔ cup sugar
• 8 oz cranberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 blood orange, sliced
• 8 oz vodka, chilled
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• 16 oz ginger beer, chilled
• Garnish: Fresh mint, orange slices, crushed ice
Instructions
1. Syrup: In a saucepan, cook the sugar, cranberries, orange slices, and ½ cup of water for about 5 minutes, until the cranberries start to burst.
2. Cool the syrup completely, then remove and discard the orange slices. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
3. Assemble: In a large pitcher, combine the chilled syrup, vodka, and lime juice.
4. Serve: Just before serving, stir in the chilled ginger beer.
5. Pour into glasses filled with crushed ice and garnish with fresh mint and orange slices.
