Low Sodium Sparkling Cranberry Ginger Spritzer

Total time50 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time10 min

4.9

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Low Sodium Sparkling Cranberry Ginger Spritzer

This vibrant, jewel-toned spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or just treating yourself on a quiet afternoon. Fresh cranberries and real ginger are simmered down into a deeply flavored homemade syrup that's sweetened with maple syrup, so every sip is bright, a little tart, and warmly spiced. Because everything is made from scratch with whole ingredients, you know exactly what's going into your glass — no hidden additives, no mystery preservatives, just clean, bold flavor. The squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end pulls it all together beautifully, cutting through the sweetness and adding a citrusy lift. Topped with chilled sparkling water, it's fizzy and refreshing without being cloying. Garnish with a few fresh cranberries or a lime slice and it looks almost too pretty to drink — almost.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the cranberry ginger syrup

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
½ cup water
¼ cup maple syrup
1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced

For the spritzer

3 cups sparkling water, chilled
1 tbsp fresh lime juice

For serving

ice, for serving
fresh cranberries or lime slices, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the cranberries, water, maple syrup, and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the liquid turns deep red, about 8–10 minutes.
2
Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a heatproof bowl or measuring cup, pressing the solids firmly with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.

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