Poinsettia Cocktail with Champagne & Cranberry
Hard to say but easy to sip! This champagne cocktail is named after the popular Christmas time plant which shares a vibrant red hue. Pop the bubbly and whip together an effortlessly fun and chic drink with this Poinsettia cocktail recipe.
How to make Poinsettia Cocktail with Champagne & Cranberry
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 0 | Serves: 1
Ingredients
- 120 ml Veuve Monsigny Champagne Brut (well chilled)
- 60 ml cranberry juice (chilled)
- 15 ml Cointreau or orange liqueur (optional)
- Orange twist or fresh cranberries, to garnish
- Ice cubes for chilling optional
Method
- Chill a champagne flute in the fridge or by filling with ice water for 2 minutes. Discard ice water before use.
- Pour the cranberry juice into the chilled flute.
- If using, add the Cointreau or orange liqueur for a subtle citrus note. Slowly top the glass with champagne or prosecco, tilting the glass slightly as you pour to preserve the bubbles.
- Gently stir once with a bar spoon to combine, taking care not to lose the fizz.
- Garnish with an orange twist draped over the rim of the glass or float 2–3 fresh cranberries for a festive finish.
- Serve immediately while chilled and sparkling.
Pro Tip: Always pour the sparkling wine last — it keeps the bubbles lively and gives the cocktail its celebratory sparkle.
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Frequently asked questions about Poinsettia Cocktails
What is a poinsettia?
In addition to being a delicious festive cocktail, Poinsettia is best known as a red and green flowering shrub. Due to its vibrant red and green hues, it is a popular plant used in festive flower arrangements. This Christmas cocktail recipe has been names after the Poinsettia due to its similar bright red colour.
What colour is a poinsettia cocktail?
The colour of the Poinsettia cocktail is a bold red. The cranberry juice gives the Poinsettia drink it’s vibrant colour, which beautifully resembles the festive Poinsettia shrub.
How do you make an orange twist for a Poinsettia Cocktail?
To make an orange twist garnish for your Poinsettia Cocktail, follow these simple steps:
1. Using a small sharp knife or a potato peeler, peel off a rectangle of skin off from your orange.
2. Trim the edges and remove some of the pith so that it’s a neat and thin rectangle.
3. Cut both short ends of the orange skin at an angle.
4. Firmly twist the orange skin and gently place the garnish in your drink.
