Ruby-red and refreshing, our Christmas Cosmopolitan is a festive drink that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Christmas Cosmopolitan
Makes approximately 10 servings
Ingredients
- 3¼ cups plus 2 tablespoons pure cranberry juice
- 2 cups simple syrup*
- 1¾ cups gin
- 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Garnish: cranberries, rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- In a pitcher, combine cranberry juice, simple syrup, gin, and lemon juice. Serve over ice. Thread cranberries on rosemary sprigs to garnish, if desired.
Notes
*In a small saucepan, bring equal parts water and sugar to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat, and let cool completely.
For more delectable additions to the holiday sideboard, see “Ambrosial Fare” on page 73 of the Holiday Bliss 2017 issue of Victoria Classics.
