Rudolph’s Tipsy Spritzer
Rudolph’s Tipsy Spritzer is a bright, festive holiday cocktail bursting with orange juice, cranberry juice, a splash of grenadine and a hint of vodka — topped with fizzy cherry-lemon-lime soda. It pours a cheerful red, garnished with a maraschino cherry and a sprig of rosemary, making it perfect for Christmas parties or cozy winter nights.
Ingredients
- 2 oz orange juice
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 cup ice
- Splash of grenadine
- 2 oz maraschino cherry juice
- Cherry-flavored lemon-lime soda Cherry 7-Up works great
- Fresh rosemary garnish
- Maraschino cherry garnish
Instructions
- Fill your glass with ice. I always go for a full cup so the drink stays cold and crisp.
- Pour in the orange juice, cranberry juice, and vodka. I like to pour them slowly so the colors stack for a second before mixing.
- Add the maraschino juice and a small splash of grenadine. This is where the red color deepens into that Rudolph “nose” shade.
- Top with cherry-flavored soda. Pour gently to keep the fizz strong.
- Give the drink a small stir. Not too much — just enough to combine the flavors.
- Garnish. Add a cherry on top and a small rosemary sprig. It instantly looks like a Christmas drink.
Notes
- Make this for a holiday brunch or an evening gathering.
- Adjust the sweetness by changing the amount of grenadine.
- The garnish gives a big holiday touch — don’t skip it.