Frosted Berry Spritz

Some drinks just seem perfect for special occasions, and the Frosted Berry Spritz is my favorite when I want something fresh and fun. I first made it on a weekend when I wanted a drink that looked great but was quick to prepare. The bright color caught my eye, and after one sip, I was hooked. Its light berry flavor, crisp bubbles, and gentle sweetness make it an easy holiday cocktail to love.

I love this spritz because it’s full of flavor but still feels light. White cranberry juice makes it clear and refreshing, blue curaçao adds a touch of citrus, and vodka gives it just the right amount of kick. It comes together fast, so it’s great when you want something tasty without a lot of work. You can serve it at brunch with friends or enjoy it on a quiet night at home.

The Frosted Berry Spritz is perfect for winter gatherings, holiday parties, or any time you want a festive drink that feels light. It stands out at parties or family dinners. With sparkling prosecco, fresh berries, and rosemary ice, it adds color and brightness that capture the spirit of winter. This holiday cocktail always brings cheer to the table.

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Why You’ll Love This

The Frosted Berry Spritz combines color, flavor, and sparkle, making it a favorite for the season. It is crisp, fruity, and simple to prepare. The recipe uses ingredients that blend smoothly without overpowering each other. The bubbles lift the drink, the white cranberry juice keeps it clear, and the blue curaçao gives it a soft citrus tone.

Here are a few reasons it becomes a go-to holiday cocktail.

• Quick to mix and easy for beginners
• Pretty presentation with rosemary and cranberry ice cubes
• Light flavor that works for a wide range of guests
• Perfect for holiday brunch, winter gatherings, or New Year menus
• Balanced sweetness that does not overwhelm the drink
• Simple to customize with different spirits or mixers

The more you make it, the more you notice how well it fits into almost any cold-weather occasion.

Ingredients

The ingredients in this Frosted Berry Spritz work together to create a drink that feels bright and refreshing. Each part brings something useful, from color to sweetness to sparkle. With just a few items, you can make a drink that feels festive without much effort.

• 1 oz vodka
• .5 oz blue curaçao
• 2 oz white cranberry juice
• Prosecco (add a splash)
• club soda (add a splash)
• rosemary for ice cubes
• cranberries for ice cubes
• white sugar for rim

The vodka provides a clean base for the spritz. Blue curaçao adds color with a touch of orange flavor. White cranberry juice keeps the drink light and adds a gentle fruit note without changing the color. Prosecco brings the bubbles that make a spritz feel lively. Club soda adds lift without adding more sweetness. Rosemary and cranberries freeze into pretty ice cubes that add a winter touch. The sugar rim gives the drink a frosted edge.

Suggested Liquor Brands and Substitutions

Choosing the right spirits can help build a smooth flavor in your Frosted Berry Spritz. You do not need anything expensive, but certain brands blend especially well. The goal is a drink that feels balanced with crisp bubbles and gentle fruit notes.

• Tito’s Vodka, clean flavor that stays smooth in spritz cocktails
• Absolut Vodka, reliable and easy to mix with citrus liqueurs
• Cointreau, as a substitute for blue curaçao, works if you want less color but more citrus
• Any dry prosecco, such as La Marca or Ruffino, which brings a steady sparkle
• Sparkling white wine, if prosecco is unavailable, just pick a dry bottle
• Regular cranberry juice, if white cranberry juice is hard to find, though the color will shift

These options give you flexibility while keeping the flavor clear and bright.

Equipment and Glassware

This drink stays simple, so the equipment list stays short. Most home bartenders already have what they need. A spritz glass or large wine glass works well because it leaves room for ice and bubbles.

Items that help

• Ice Cube Mold
• Cocktail Shaker
• Jigger
• Bar Spoon
• Wine Glass

A wider glass helps the rosemary ice cubes float and stay visible, enhancing the drink’s winter look.

How to Make It

The Frosted Berry Spritz comes together quickly once you prepare the ice. The rosemary and cranberry ice cubes add color and aroma, so it is worth making them ahead of time. After that, the drink mixes in minutes.

1. Make the ice cubes. Place a few cranberries and a small sprig of rosemary in each ice mold. Fill with water and freeze.
2. Prepare the rim. Dip the rim of your glass in a little water, then rotate it in white sugar until coated.
3. Add the ice. Place the prepared ice cubes into the glass.
4. Build the drink. Add vodka, blue curaçao, and white cranberry juice.
5. Add the bubbles. Add a splash of prosecco and a splash of club soda.
6. Stir. Mix gently with a bar spoon and serve.

You can adjust the sweetness by adding more white cranberry juice or brightening the drink with a little extra club soda.

Pro Tips

These tips keep your Frosted Berry Spritz tasting fresh and looking sharp. Small adjustments can make the drink pop, especially when serving guests.

• Freeze the ice cubes the night before so the rosemary scent stays strong
• Use chilled prosecco to keep the drink crisp
• Add the bubbles at the end to keep the spritz lively
• Choose a clear juice for the cleanest winter look
• Do not skip the sugar rim; it adds a frost effect that matches the name
• Keep the glass cold for a longer-lasting chill
• Taste before serving in case you want more citrus from the curaçao
• Add more club soda if you want a lighter spritz

Experimenting is part of the fun, and the drink handles small changes well.

Variations

The Frosted Berry Spritz works as a base for creative twists. You can make it sweeter, more citrus-forward, or even alcohol free for family events.

• Swap vodka for gin to add herbal notes
• Use red cranberry juice for a deeper berry color
• Add a splash of lemon juice for a sharper finish
• Replace prosecco with sparkling rosé for a pink spritz
• Make a non alcoholic version using berry sparkling water and white cranberry juice

Each option keeps the drink bright while giving you space to match the occasion.

When to Serve and Pairings

This spritz works well for winter gatherings, brunch tables, and holiday events. The color alone makes it a highlight on a drink menu. You can serve it before dinner or mix a batch for festive mornings.

Pair it with

• Fruit platters
• Light pastries
• Soft cheese boards
• Cranberry scones

These foods match the bright and fresh feel of the Frosted Berry Spritz without overshadowing it.

Storage and Serving Notes

Spritz cocktails taste best when mixed fresh. The bubbles fade if they sit too long, so build each drink right before serving. The ice cubes can be made ahead and stored in a freezer bag. The sugar rim should be applied right before the cocktail hits the glass to keep it crisp.

If you want to serve a group, mix the base in a pitcher. Add the prosecco and club soda right before pouring to keep the drink lively.

FAQs

Here are common questions about making a Frosted Berry Spritz at home.

Can I make this without alcohol?
Yes, just replace the vodka and prosecco with flavored sparkling water and keep the white cranberry juice.

Can I use regular cranberry juice?
You can, but the drink will turn red instead of pale and frosty.

How sweet is the drink?
The sweetness stays light because the white cranberry juice is milder than regular cranberry juice.

Can I make the ice cubes ahead of time?
Yes, they freeze well and hold their shape for days.

What glass works best?
A large wine glass or spritz glass gives enough room for bubbles and ice.

More Cocktails to Try

If you enjoy bright and refreshing drinks with a winter spin, here are a few more festive cocktails that fit the season.

• Drunk Reindeer
• Polar Bear Cocktail
• Vodka Frostbite Fizz
• Surfin’ USA
• The Frosted Cranberry