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Spiced Cranberry Spritzers w/ Blood Oranges & Candied Rosemary

November 18, 2018 By Vegan Vigilante 10 Comments

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Celebrate the holiday season with these Spiced Cranberry Spritzers with Blood Oranges and Candied Rosemary. A marriage of homemade cranberry jam,  spicy ginger beer and sparkling, non-alcoholic Rosé makes this a flavorful, festive mocktail  that’s easy to make and refreshingly delicious. 

Cranberry Spritzers

Spiced Cranberry Spritzers

With Thanksgiving right around the corner and Christmas to follow, I thought I’d get into the spirit of things by making these fun Cranberry Spritzers. I have a lot to be thankful for this year and this Cranberry Spritzer recipe has just been added to the top of my list! I think after you make this recipe, you’re going to feel the same way!

The weather here in the California desert has been splendid. Hovering right around 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dipping down in the low 50’s at night, it’s the perfect weather to cozy up next to a blazing fire while sipping on these Spiced Cranberry Spritzers with Blood Oranges and Candied Rosemary.  Are you with me so far? Let’s get on with it!

Welch's Sparkling Rose

Welch’s Sparkling Rose Non-Alcoholic Grape Juice Cocktail

Ingredients for Spiced Cranberry Spritzers

Besides being delicious, these Cranberry Spritzers are easy to make and require only 10 ingredients. If you’re ready to make them, here’s what you’ll need:

  • Raw agave nectar
  • Fresh cranberries
  • Cardamom pods
  • Sprigs of fresh rosemary
  • 1 bottle Welch’s Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Rosé Grape Juice Cocktail (or use any bottle of Rosé to make it a real cocktail)
  • Cranberry juice (organic preferred)
  • Fresh orange rind
  • Blood oranges
  • Ginger beer
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Vegan sugar (for candied rosemary)

How to Make Spiced Cranberry Spritzers w/ Blood Oranges & Candied Rosemary

Most importantly, you’ll need a step-by-step guide on how to make this Spiced Cranberry Spritzer recipe. I just happen to have one below:

Cranberries

Fresh Cranberries with Agave, Cardamom & Rosemary

1. Start off making the cranberry jam/syrup. Add cranberries, agave nectar, a little water, cardamom pods, fresh rosemary, orange rind and a pinch of sea salt to a medium saucepan. Bring to boil. Boil for about 5 minutes or until the cranberries start to burst and the jam begins to thicken. (See finished product below). Allow to cool at room temperature or pop into freezer for 15 minutes if you’re in a hurry.

Cranberry Jam

Fresh Cranberry Jam

2. Pour the Rosé into a glass pitcher or punch bowl.

Welch's Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Rose Grape Drink Cocktail

Pouring Welch’s Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Rose Grape Drink Cocktail into pitcher.

3. Add the cranberry jam and cranberry juice.

4. Follow with 4 bottles of ginger beer. Also, notice how the cranberry jam naturally sinks to the bottom of the pitcher.

Cranberry Spritzers

Spiced Cranberry Spritzers w/ Blood Oranges & Candied Rosemary

5. Top the entire mixture with thin slices of blood oranges. If you can’t get blood oranges where you live, regular oranges will do just fine.

6. Serve chilled over ice. Top with a sprig of candied rosemary (see how to make below) and a couple of fresh cranberries.

How to Make Candied Rosemary

To make the candied rosemary, line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking sheet. Dampen sprigs of rosemary by gently running them under cold water. Place on baking sheet and sprinkle all sides with vegan sugar. Either allow to dry overnight or place in oven on 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius) for 10 minutes.  You can make these candied rosemary sprigs a day in advance and store at room temperature until ready to use.

Tips for Making Spiced Cranberry Spritzers

Here’s what I learned along the way while making these Spiced Cranberry Spritzers:

  • Remove cardamom pods and rosemary from cranberry jam before adding to pitcher. My bad, because I only removed the cardamom and am still picking rosemary out of my teeth!
  • You can substitute any sparkling juice or wine for the Welch’s Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Rosé Grape Drink Cocktail.
  • This recipe was inspired by an alcoholic version over at  HalfBakedHarvest.com. My boyfriend and I don’t drink, so I decided to put a non-alcoholic spin on her recipe and am so glad I did.
  • Be sure to stir the entire pitcher from the bottom before serving so you get some of the cranberry jam in each glass.

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Cranberry Spritzers
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Spiced Cranberry Spritzers w/ Blood Oranges & Candied Rosemary
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 

Celebrate the holiday season with these Spiced Cranberry Spritzers with Blood Oranges and Candied Rosemary. A marriage of homemade cranberry jam,  spicy ginger beer and sparkling, non-alcoholic Rosé makes this a flavorful, festive mocktail  that's easy to make and refreshingly delicious. 

Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 62 kcal
Author: Deborah
Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup raw agave nectar
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary + more for serving
  • 1 tbsp cardamom pods
  • 2 tbsp fresh orange rind
  • pinch Himalayan pink sea salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 bottle non-alcoholic Rosé wine I used Welch's Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Grape Juice Cocktail
  • 1/2 cup cranberry juice I used sugar-free
  • 4 ginger beers
  • 2 medium blood oranges substitute regular oranges if you can't fine
  • 2 tbsp vegan sugar for candied rosemary (see recipe below)
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
  1. First, make the cranberry jam/syrup by combining cranberries, agave nectar, rosemary, cardamom pods, orange rind, sea salt and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat. Continue to boil for 5 minutes or until cranberries start to burst and form a thick, jam-like consistency. Remove from heat & allow to cool. Remove cardamom pods and rosemary. 

  2. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, add the cooled cranberry jam, non-alcoholic Rosé wine and cranberry juice. Give it a quick stir, then pour in the ginger beer. Add sliced blood oranges and serve chilled over ice. Garnish with a slice of blood orange and a sprig of Candied Rosemary (see recipe below for how to make). 

How to Make Candied Rosemary
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking sheet. Run fresh sprigs of rosemary under a gentle stream of water. Place on baking sheet and sprinkle vegan sugar on all sides. Allow to air dry overnight or place in oven on 350 degrees  Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius) for 10 minutes. Remove and allow to cool before using as garnish.  

Recipe Notes
  • Remove cardamom pods and rosemary from cranberry jam before adding to pitcher. My bad, because I only removed the cardamom and am still picking rosemary out of my teeth!
  • You can substitute any sparkling juice or wine for the Welch's Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Rosé Grape Drink Cocktail.
  • This recipe was inspired by an alcoholic version over at  HalfBakedHarvest.com. My boyfriend and I don't drink, so I decided to put a non-alcoholic spin on her recipe and am so glad I did.
  • Be sure to stir pitcher from bottom before serving to ensure each glass gets some of the cranberry jam that naturally settles to the bottom. 
Nutrition Facts
Spiced Cranberry Spritzers w/ Blood Oranges & Candied Rosemary
Amount Per Serving (8 ounces)
Calories 62
% Daily Value*
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 33mg 1%
Total Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 12g
Vitamin A 0.5%
Vitamin C 6.9%
Calcium 0.7%
Iron 0.9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Have suggestions on how to make these Cranberry Spritzers even better? Please leave some comment love at the end of the post to share with the rest of us!

Looking for more vegan beverages for your holiday table? Check these out:

  • Super Healthy Vegan Orange Julius 
  • Healing Turmeric Tonic: The Cure for Holiday Stress
  • Minty Watermelon Agua Fresca

Interested in some Holiday Roundup Recipes? Check these out:

  • 30 Easy Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes
  • 18 Last Minute Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes
  • 47 Last Minute Christmas Recipes for Vegans & Non-Vegans Alike

Happy holidays!

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Comments

  1. Karyl Henry says

    November 18, 2018 at 7:14 pm

    Oh, this drink just screams holidays! I still have lots of rosemary in pots, and am always looking for something fun and festive to do with them. Love this idea

    Reply
    • Vegan Vigilante says

      November 18, 2018 at 9:18 pm

      Thank you Karyl.

      Reply
  2. Denay DeGuzman says

    November 18, 2018 at 7:23 pm

    I absolutely love the idea of making spiced-cranberry spritzers for the holidays! Thank you so much for sharing your festive drink recipe!

    Reply
    • Vegan Vigilante says

      November 18, 2018 at 9:18 pm

      You’re welcome Denay. Thanks for the comment.

      Reply
  3. Natalie says

    November 19, 2018 at 2:11 am

    There’s so much amazing flavors going on in this drink. And it looks so amazing. I absolutely love it! This will be perfect for upcoming parties. I’m saving this recipe.

    Reply
    • Vegan Vigilante says

      November 19, 2018 at 10:40 am

      Thanks so much, Natalie. Hope you make it and love it!

      Reply
  4. Mahy Elamin says

    November 19, 2018 at 12:19 pm

    This mocktail sounds like something I need to try. I really like. Love the unique flavors in this recipe! YUM! I’m sure this is incredibly delicious!

    Reply
    • Vegan Vigilante says

      November 20, 2018 at 11:16 am

      Thank you Mahy. It’s incredibly delicious.

      Reply
  5. nicole (thespicetrain.com) says

    January 20, 2019 at 9:13 am

    What an incredibly delicious combination of flavors you have in these pretty spritzers! The cardamom, the candied rosemary…wonderful! Thank you for sharing, Deborah! 🙂

    Reply
    • Vegan Vigilante says

      February 20, 2019 at 6:19 am

      You are so welcome, Nicole. Thank you for your comment.

      Reply

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