Poinsettia
The Poinsettia is a festive cocktail that combines the vibrant flavors of cranberry and orange liqueur, making it a perfect drink for holiday celebrations. Its bright red color and refreshing taste evoke the spirit of the season.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Champagne flute
Ingredients
- 3 oz Cranberry Juice
- 1 oz Orange Liqueur (such as Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
- 3 oz Champagne or Sparkling Wine
- Fresh Cranberries (for garnish)
- Orange Twist (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the cranberry juice and orange liqueur.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a champagne flute.
- Top with chilled champagne or sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a few fresh cranberries and an orange twist.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, replace the champagne with sparkling water or a non-alcoholic sparkling wine. Adjust the sweetness by using cranberry juice cocktail or unsweetened cranberry juice according to preference.