In this article, you will learn how to make the perfect vodka and prosecco cocktail.
This easy vodka and Prosecco recipe is perfect for the holiday season and for when you want to make something special in a short amount of time.
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What is a vodka and prosecco cocktail?
This cocktail combines the tartness of cranberry juice with the crispness of prosecco and vodka.
It’s sophisticated, but also quick and easy to make!
It only requires four ingredients, plus cranberries or lime for garnish.
It tastes refreshing and bubbly, with just enough sweetness to balance the cranberry’s tartness.
Vodka and prosecco cocktail ingredients
You will need the following ingredients:
Vodka
Vodka is a clear, distilled spirit known for its neutral flavor, meaning it doesn’t have a strong taste.
In this cocktail, vodka provides a smooth base and alcohol without changing the overall flavor profile.
Prosecco
Prosecco is a light, sparkling wine from Italy with a crisp, fruity flavor.
It adds bubbles and a refreshing finish, making the cocktail feel light and festive.
If you don’t have Prosecco, you can use any sparkling wine. Crémant and Cava are both affordable and excellent sparkling wines and make great Champagne substitutes.
Cranberry juice
Cranberry juice is a tart, fruity juice that gives the drink a bright, refreshing flavor.
Its tanginess balances the sweetness in the cocktail and adds a rich red color.
The recipe calls for unsweetened cranberry juice. You can use sweetened instead, but you may need to adjust or eliminate the simple syrup depending on how sweet you want your cocktail.
Simple syrup
Simple syrup is a liquid sweetener made from equal parts sugar and water.
It softens the tartness of the cranberry juice and adds just the right amount of sweetness to the drink.
How to make a vodka and prosecco cocktail
To make this cocktail, start by adding the vodka, cranberry juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake well for about 10 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
Strain the mixture into a champagne flute or a wine glass with fresh ice.
Then, gently pour prosecco on top to fill the glass.
For a festive touch, garnish with a few fresh cranberries or a lime wedge.
Looking for more cocktails with vodka or Prosecco?
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Vodka and prosecco cocktail recipe
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
Ingredients
- 1 oz vodka 30 ml
- 1 oz cranberry juice (unsweetened) 30 ml
- .5 oz simple syrup 15 ml
- 3 oz Prosecco 90 ml
- Fresh cranberries or a lime wedge garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, cranberry juice, and simple syrup. Add ice and shake well for about 10 seconds to chill.
- Strain the mixture into a champagne flute or white wine glass filled with fresh ice.
- Slowly pour prosecco over the cranberry-vodka mixture until the glass is full. Stir gently to mix.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and or a lime wedge.
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