Description
Impress your guests this holiday season with refreshing Cranberry Aperol Spritz (Ice Cube Cocktails!). These delightful beverages are perfect for entertaining, featuring colorful, pre-made ice cubes that add flair and flavor to your gatherings. Bursting with festive notes from cranberry juice, fresh oranges, and herbs, these cocktails are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to assemble. The combination of fruity and herbal elements creates a refreshing drink that perfectly complements any celebration. With make-ahead convenience and versatile serving options, you can enjoy the festivities without the stress. Cheers to effortless entertaining!
Ingredients
- orange slices
- cranberries
- star anise
- cinnamon sticks
- rosemary sprigs
- 2 cups cranberry juice
- 1 part sparkling water or soda
Instructions
- Assemble the Ice Cubes: Place orange slices and cranberries at the bottom of each ice cube tray well. Add star anise, cinnamon sticks, and rosemary sprigs. Pour cranberry juice into each well until nearly full.
- Freeze: Cover and freeze for about 4 hours or until solid.
- Serve: Remove one large ice cube (or three smaller ones) from the tray and place it in a glass. Top with equal parts of sparkling water and gently stir if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approximately 240ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different herbs like mint or thyme. Ensure you use high-quality cranberry juice for the best taste. Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sparkling water based on your preference.