Cinnamon Free Sparkling Cranberry Ginger Spritzer
Tart cranberries, bright lime, and a gentle kick of fresh ginger come together in a drink that feels festive and refreshing all at once. The homemade syrup is the real star here — simmered until the cranberries burst and the liquid turns a gorgeous deep red, it's the kind of thing that makes a simple sparkling water feel genuinely special. Because every element is made from scratch with whole ingredients, there's no need to scan labels for hidden spice blends or flavoring agents that might sneak in unwanted additions. Maple syrup does the sweetening naturally, keeping the flavor clean and well-balanced without any overpowering warmth. Once the syrup is chilled, assembly takes just seconds — pour, top with sparkling water, stir gently, and you have something that looks stunning in a glass. It's equally at home at a holiday gathering or a quiet weeknight when you just want something a little more interesting than plain water.
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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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