Pink Holiday Cocktail

The Pink Holiday Cocktail is a charming, festive drink that adds color and delight to any holiday gathering. Its vibrant pink hue makes it a great choice for Christmas, New Year’s Eve, or any other festive occasion during the holiday season.

What is a Pink Holiday Cocktail?

A Pink Holiday Cocktail recipe is a delicious and festive drink, perfect for celebrating the holiday season. It usually incorporates ingredients that give it a pink tone, such as cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, or grenadine. It can also include spirits like Vodka or Champagne and a hint of citrus or sweetness. Garnished with fresh cranberries or a fresh sprig of rosemary, this cocktail adds a vibrant and lively touch to any holiday gathering.

Ingredients For a Pink Holiday Cocktail

Let’s dive into the recipe for this delicious Thanksgiving punch!

• Vodka- The main ingredient to give it that boozy touch! You can use plain or flavored raspberry, to enhance the flavor!

• Orange Liqueur- The citrus flavor that this liquor provides gives a balance to the ingredients that makes it more enjoyable to drink! Vodka and orange liqueur are the base for a Cosmopolitan, both are excellent to mix.

• Cranberry juice – The color of this juice takes us to that Christmas spirit and provides a tart taste!

• Grapefruit juice- This is where the vibrant pink color comes from which makes our cocktail very striking!

• Lime juice- The fresh juice of the limes provides us with vitamin C for this winter and helps maintain that acidity against the sweetness of our recipe.

• Club Soda- The bubbles touch of this ingredient gives us a very pleasant finish in the mouth in addition to reducing the strength of the flavors of the spices in this recipe, making it easy to taste!

• Simple syrup- We will add this sweetener to maintain the balance of flavors. Using simple syrup is optional.

• Fresh cranberries- This fruit is widely used for this holiday season! The cocktail will look very radiant with this garnish, and it contrasts with the pink color that makes our drink very craveable for everyone!

• Rosemary sprig- The aromatic nature of this herb makes an excellent combination to activate our sensory senses in both the mouth and nose.

 (Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)

How to Make a Pink Holiday Cocktail?

This Pink drink recipe is a delicious addition to your holiday drinks repertoire. With its striking pink hue and perfect balance of flavors, it is sure to impress your guests and add a touch of elegance to any festive celebration.

Let’s do it!

Step 1: Select an elegant cocktail glass, you can choose a classic martini glass or any other glass that enhances the aesthetic appeal of the drink. Place the glass in the refrigerator for a few minutes to cool.

Step 2: Mix the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice, combine the vodka, raspberry liqueur, cranberry juice, pink grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.

Step 3: Shake vigorously for about 5 to 10 seconds. This step helps to mix all the ingredients well and achieve the perfect balance of flavors.

Step 4: Strain and pour. After shaking, remove the chilled glass from the refrigerator. Place a fine mesh strainer over the mouth of the shaker and strain the mixture while pouring it into the chilled glass. The strainer will effectively catch any ice fragments or pulp, resulting in a perfect, silky consistency for your cocktail.

Step 5: Garnish To enhance the presentation of your Pink Holiday Cocktail, garnish it with some fresh cranberries, a sprig of rosemary, or a sprig of mint leaves. The vibrant red of the cranberries complements the rosé cocktail, while the mint adds a touch of freshness and aroma.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy with garnishes in place, your Cocktail is ready to serve.

Variation of a Pink Holiday Cocktail

There are several variations of rosé Christmas cocktails that can be enjoyed during the holiday season!

Here are some other pink cocktail recipes to consider: Gin Pink Lemonade, Ruby Red Raspberry Cocktail, and Grapefruit Margarita.

Here are some serving suggestions and variations:

Pineapple Juice: Mix cranberry juice, pineapple juice, and ginger ale instead of club soda.

Champagne: Change the club soda bubbles for finer ones by adding your favorite champagne or prosecco! An excellent recipe for birthday parties!

Gin: Replace the vodka and experiment with a pink gin and make a variation of a Gin fizz by adding egg white to obtain a rich white foam that will enhance your recipe.

Tequila: If you love margaritas, replace the vodka and make a variation of one! Here are other margarita recipes that you will love: Mango Habanero, Guava, and Strawberry.

Rum: Malibu rum goes perfectly with all the ingredients; it will give that tropical coconut flavor! You can rim the glass with shredded coconut. You will love the result!

Rosé Wine: If you are not such a champagne lover, you can finish your cocktail by adding rosé wine, this will give more complex flavors and aromas!

Mocktail: Turn it into a non-alcoholic drink by removing the liqueurs and adding lime soda.

What is The Best Champagne for a Pink Holiday Cocktail?

If you decide to make it with fine bubbles, Here is a list of the different types of champagne depending on their degree of sugar.

• Brut: up to 15 grams of sugar per liter.
• Extra dry: between 12 and 20 grams of sugar per liter.
• Dry or Sec: between 17 and 35 grams per liter.
• Semi-dry, Semi-sec, or Demi-Sec: between 33 and 50 grams of sugar per liter.

Notes:

Here are some important notes to keep in mind when making this recipe:

Glassware: Serve your cocktail in appropriate glassware to enhance the overall presentation. Martini glasses or champagne flutes are popular for elegant cocktails.

Garnish: Consider garnishing your pink cocktail with complementary elements. Fresh fruits, such as berries or citrus touches, add a touch of color and freshness to the drink. You can also try riming the glass with colored sugar or crushed candy canes for a festive touch.

Balance: Pay attention to the balance of flavors in your cocktail. Make sure the levels of sweetness, acidity, and alcohol are harmonious.

Presentation: Take your drink presentation to the next level by adding decorative elements. For example, you can use holiday cocktail picks or stirrers, edible flowers ideal for Instagram or Pinterest photos or even mini umbrellas to make your cocktail visually appealing.

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Pink Holiday Cocktail

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The Pink Holiday Cocktail is a charming, festive drink that adds color and delight to any holiday gathering.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 ounces of vodka
• 1 ounce raspberry liqueur
• 1 ounce cranberry juice
• 2 ounces pink grapefruit juice
• ½ ounce lime juice
• ½ ounce simple syrup
• Fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary or mint leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Select an elegant cocktail glass, you can choose a classic martini glass or any other glass that enhances the aesthetic appeal of the drink. Place the glass in the refrigerator for a few minutes to cool.
2. Mix the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice, and combine the vodka, raspberry liqueur, cranberry juice, pink grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
3. Shake vigorously for about 5 to 10 seconds. This step helps to mix all the ingredients well and achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
4. strain and pour. After shaking, remove the chilled glass from the refrigerator. Place a fine mesh strainer over the mouth of the shaker and strain the mixture while pouring it into the chilled glass. The strainer will effectively catch any ice fragments or pulp, resulting in a perfect, silky consistency for your cocktail.
5. Garnish To enhance the presentation of your Pink Holiday Cocktail, garnish it with some fresh cranberries, a sprig of rosemary, or a sprig of mint leaves. The vibrant red of the cranberries complements the rosé cocktail, while the mint adds a touch of freshness and aroma.
6. Serve and Enjoy with garnishes in place, your Christmas Pink Cocktailis ready to serve.

Notes

Here are some important notes to keep in mind when making this recipe:

Glassware: Serve your cocktail in appropriate glassware to enhance the overall presentation. Martini glasses or champagne flutes are popular for elegant cocktails.

Garnish: Consider garnishing your pink cocktail with complementary elements. Fresh fruits, such as berries or citrus touches, add a touch of color and freshness to the drink. You can also try riming the glass with colored sugar or crushed candy canes for a festive touch.

Balance: Pay attention to the balance of flavors in your cocktail. Make sure the levels of sweetness, acidity, and alcohol are harmonious.

Presentation: Take your drink presentation to the next level by adding decorative elements. For example, you can use holiday cocktail picks or stirrers, edible flowers ideal for Instagram or Pinterest photos or even mini umbrellas to make your cocktail visually appealing.

Nutrition Information

Yield

1

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 324Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 10mgCarbohydrates 42gFiber 5gSugar 25gProtein 1g

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