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    Home » Recipes » Make At Home Cocktails » Refreshing Spiced Orange and Cranberry Spritz

    Refreshing Spiced Orange and Cranberry Spritz

    Published: Nov 19, 2020 · Modified: Apr 2, 2021 by Chelsea Peachtree · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Spiced Orange and Cranberry Spritz is a refreshing, yet cozy, festive drink that is perfect for the cooler weather and holidays. Made with Prosecco, Aperol and a spiced orange cranberry simple syrup, this is the perfect cranberry Aperol spritz. Enjoy this easy to make winter Aperol spritz that takes less than 10 minutes to make (and only 5 minutes if you prepare the simple syrup beforehand).

    Spiced Orange Cranberry Spritz in a glass with garnish
    Spiced Orange Cranberry Spritz

    An Aperol Spritz is my favorite anytime of the year. Aperol Spritzes, and Spritzes in general, are my go to whenever I am at a restaurant. They are flavorful, refreshing and easy for any bartender to replicate.

    Gabe and I have always been fans of Aperol Spritzes, but after going to Italy last year, we truly became addicted. We drank them everyday while we were traveling through southern Italy and never got sick of them. Plus side, they are SO cheap in Italy! One spritz was 3 euros!

    My friend, Elise, also loves Spritzes! She also is one of my only blogger friends who shares a love for crafting cocktails with me. So we teamed up to make the perfect cocktail. After much discussion, we decided to create this wonderful and refreshing Spiced Orange and Cranberry Spritz! We had a blast creating this and testing different ingredients to get the simple syrup correct. Check out her gorgeous photos on her blog - right here!

    Aperol Spritz is the perfect drink for any time of the year and any occasion, but especially the holidays. They are incredible versatile. It is perfect for the "picky" drinker, or someone who does not know what they like.

    This Aperol Spritz recipe is the perfect winter spritz! The refreshing cranberries and warm spices pair perfectly together with the citrus flavors of the Aperol. The Prosecco makes it incredibly bubbly and so much fun!

    Impress any party or holiday guest with this easy to make fall spritz. This cranberry cocktail takes under 5 minutes to make, with the spiced cranberry simple syrup taking an additional 5 minutes.

    Let's make this simple winter spritz!

    Ingredients and Substitutions for this Cranberry Spritz

    This winter spritz is made with simple ingredients. You will need: Prosecco (I used 90 Cellars); Aperol; Seltzer; fresh Cranberries; an Orange; Raw Sugar; Cinnamon sticks; and Cloves. I have also provided substitutions for you.

    All ingredients for drink
    Ingredients to Spiced Orange Cranberry Spritz

    Prosecco - As aforementioned, I used 90 Cellars brand. You can use any brand you would like. You also can substitute for champagne.

    Aperol - Aperol is the star of the show. If you cannot find Aperol, you may use Campari, which is extremely similiar.

    Seltzer - Cranberry or Plain seltzer would be best for this recipe. You may use club soda as well.

    Orange Zest - There is zest for one orange in this recipe. You may substitute this from another citrus, such as lemon.

    Sugar - I used sugar in the raw. You may use regular white sugar or coconut sugar at a 1-1 ratio.

    Cinnamon - Not a cinnamon fan, no problem! You may use omit them. If you do not have cinnamon sticks, you may use 1 tsp of powder in place.

    Cloves - If you do not like cloves or cannot find them, add in 2 extra cinnamon sticks.

    Optional Garnishes and add ins- In my glass, I added in fresh cranberries cut in half, as well as cinnamon sticks, orange zest and an orange slice. You may also add in rosemary.

    Tips to Make This Winter Aperol Spritz

    The first thing you will do is make the simple syrup. This is extremely easy, and the spiced orange cranberry simple syrup is the key to this recipe. The spiced simple syrup makes the Aperol flavorful and sweeter, but not too sweet. It is easy to make.

    Combine the water, sugar, fresh cranberries, orange zest, cinnamon stick and cloves in a sauce pan over medium heat.

    Once the mixture begins to simmer and the sugar is dissolved, remove it from heat.

    Simple Syrup cooked
    Simple Syrup after Simmered

    Place the mixture in a strainer with a bowl underneath to catch the syrup.

    You may throw away the boiled cranberry mixture or save it (it reminds me of cranberry sauce and I ate it!).

    Place the syrup to the side.

    Begin to make you Winter Aperol Spritz. Add 3 oz. of Aperol to a glass.

    Pouring aperol into cup
    Step 1 - Pouring Aperol

    Then add in 3 oz. of Proseco.

    Pouring Prosecco
    Step 2 - Pouring Prosecco

    Next, you will add in 1 oz. of simple syrup.

    Pouring Simple Syrup
    Step 3 - Pouring Simple Syrup

    Top is off with 1 oz. of seltzer.

    pouring seltzer
    Step 4- Pouring Seltzer

    Fill with ice so the cup or wine glass is full. Option to garnish with halved cranberries, orange zest, an orange slice and/or rosemary.

    fully garnished glass of cocktail
    Spiced Orange Cranberry Spritz

    That is it! It is that simple of a drink.

    Tips for Storing this Cranberry Spritz

    Storing- This Winter Sprtiz should be consumed immediately. Due to the bubbles in the prosecco and seltzer, it will go flat.

    Short on time- That is no issue. Make the simple syrup ahead of time and cut any fruit garnishes you'd like. This will cut down on time tremendously, and it will take less than 5 minutes to make this drink.

    Spiced Orange Cranberry Spritz Aerial view
    Spiced Orange Cranberry Spritz

    Other Winter Cocktails:

    • Cranberry Vanilla Chai Sangria
    • Spiced Pear Punch
    • Spiced Pear Prosecco
    • Apple Pie Mezcal Margarita

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    I am so pleased you did. Please leave me a review, which encourages me and helps me improve in the future. Don’t forget to tag me on social media too! @Peachhtreee !

    Refreshing Spiced Orange and Cranberry Spritz

    Chelsea Peachtree
    Spiced Orange and Cranberry Spritz is a refreshing, yet cozy, festive drink that is perfect for the cooler weather and holidays. Made with Prosecco, Aperol and a spiced orange cranberry simple syrup, this is the perfect cranberry Aperol spritz. Enjoy this easy to make winter Aperol spritz that takes less than 10 minutes to make (and only 5 if you prepare the simple syrup beforehand).
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 1205 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Spiced Orange and Cranberry Simple Syrup

    • 1 cup water
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 1 cup fresh cranberries
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • Zest from 1 orange
    • 6 cloves

    Spiced Orange Cranberry Spritz

    • 3 oz Aperol
    • 3 oz Prosecco
    • 1 oz Spiced Orange and Cranberry Simple Syrup
    • 1 oz seltzer

    Instructions
     

    Spiced Orange and Cranberry Simple Syrup

    • Add all ingredients into a small sauce pan over medium.
    • Stir often. Once the sugar has dissolved and it begins to simmer (approx. 5 minutes) remove from heat.
    • Pour mixture in a strainer with a bowl underneath to catch the syrup.

    Spiced Orange Cranberry Spritz

    • Pour Aperol in a glass, then Prosecco, then simple syrup then your club soda.
    • Gently stir.
    • Add in ice so cup is full to the rim.
    • Option to add in sliced cranberries, orange slices, cinnamon sticks or rosemary as a garnish!

    Notes

    Prosecco – As aforementioned, I used 90 Cellars brand. You can use any brand you would like. You also can substitute for champagne.
    Aperol – Aperol is the star of the show. If you cannot find Aperol, you may use Campari, which is extremely similiar.
    Seltzer – Cranberry or Plain seltzer would be best for this recipe. You may use club soda as well.
    Orange Zest – There is zest for one orange in this recipe. You may substitute this from another citrus, such as lemon.
    Sugar – I used sugar in the raw. You may use regular white sugar or coconut sugar at a 1-1 ratio.
    Cinnamon – Not a cinnamon fan, no problem! You may use omit them. If you do not have cinnamon sticks, you may use 1 tsp of powder in place.
    Cloves – If you do not like cloves or cannot find them, add in 2 extra cinnamon sticks.
    Optional Garnishes and add ins- In my glass, I added in fresh cranberries cut in half, as well as cinnamon sticks, orange zest and an orange slice. You may also add in rosemary.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1205kcalCarbohydrates: 262gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 46mgPotassium: 195mgFiber: 7gSugar: 225gVitamin A: 72IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 2mg
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