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Merry Maker Cranberry Martini with Christmas ornaments on a wooden table

Merry Maker Martini

A bright, refreshing cocktail that feels festive without being heavy. Perfect for sipping while you bust out your best DIY magic, or any time of year, for that matter.
Course Cocktails
Keywords Holiday Cocktails, Martini, Vodka Cocktails
Servings 1 Servings

Equipment

  • 1 Cocktail Shaker
  • 1 Stemless Martini Glass

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Vanilla Vodka
  • 1 oz Cranberry Juice White or Red
  • 1/2 oz Triple Sec
  • 1/2 oz Lemon Juice
  • 1 splash Sparkling Water

Rim and Garnish Ingredients

  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 3 each Cranberries For Garnish
  • 1 sprig Rosemary Optional

Instructions
 

Rim Instructions

  • Rim your Martini glass with juice from a lemon slice
  • Dip into sugar, then set the glass aside

Cocktail Instructions

  • In a cocktail shaker with ice, add the vodka, cranberry juice, triple sec, lemon juice, and shake until it's frosty (like your attitude after losing the wrapping tape for the fifth time)
  • Strain into your prepared Martini glass and top with a splash of sparkling water
  • Add a few cranberries and maybe a tiny sprig of Rosemary if you are feeling "extra Pinterest" today.
Keyword Holiday Cocktails, Martini, Vodka Cocktails