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Mistletoe Martini

Mistletoe Martini: Your Festive Sip for Holiday Cheer

Experience the festive joy with this Mistletoe Martini combining cranberry and elderflower for a delightful cocktail.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 2 ounces Cranberry Juice Cocktail Opt for 100% juice for health benefits.
  • 1.5 ounces Vodka Can substitute with gin for a herbal taste.
  • 1 ounce Elderflower Liqueur Use St. Germain or mix simple syrup with floral essence.
  • 0.5 ounces Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • () Fresh Cranberries For garnish; frozen cranberries work too.
  • () Fresh Mint Leaves For garnish; can substitute with basil.

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • cocktail strainer
  • martini glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a cocktail shaker, pour in 2 ounces of cranberry juice, 1.5 ounces of vodka, 1 ounce of elderflower liqueur, and the juice of half a lemon. Sprinkle in a teaspoon of granulated sugar and stir until dissolved.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 to 20 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into a pre-chilled martini glass, leaving ice shards behind.
  4. Garnish with skewered fresh cranberries and a sprig of mint.
  5. Taste the Mistletoe Martini and adjust sweetness if desired.
  6. Toast to the season and enjoy your beautifully crafted Mistletoe Martini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gSodium: 5mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Chill all ingredients before mixing for a refreshing experience. Adjust sweetness to prevent cloying taste, and experiment with garnishes for creative flair.

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