Festive Cranberry Orange Amaretto Cocktail

This cranberry orange amaretto cocktail is a bright, elegant holiday drink combining sweet almond warmth, vibrant citrus, and tart cranberry. With its rich colour, balanced sweetness, and seasonal aromatics, it makes a beautiful addition to festive gatherings, holiday dinners, or cozy winter evenings. Simple to mix yet full of flavour, this cocktail is a refined option for Christmas entertaining.

Hey, folks – I hope you’re all doing well!

Today, I’m sharing a wonderfully festive cocktail that captures the spirit of the season in just a few simple steps. It’s vibrant, smooth, and beautifully aromatic, blending almond notes and citrus brightness with cranberry’s winter charm. This one feels celebratory without being complicated. So, let’s dive into this cranberry orange amaretto cocktail.

Why You’ll Love This Festive Cranberry Orange Amaretto Cocktail

• Bright and Festive: Cranberry and orange create a classic holiday flavour pairing.
• Beautifully Balanced: Almond sweetness from amaretto softens the tart cranberry and citrus.
• Quick to Mix: Just shake with ice, garnish, and serve.
• Elegant for Entertaining: Rich colour and aromatic garnishes make it visually stunning.
• Seasonal Ingredients: Perfect for winter gatherings and Christmas celebrations.

Flavour and Texture Profile

This cocktail is smooth and lightly sweet, with almond warmth from the amaretto and bright citrus notes from the orange liqueur. Cranberry provides gentle tartness and a beautiful jewel-toned colour. The overall impression is festive, refreshing, and pleasantly aromatic.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Cranberry Orange Amaretto Cocktail

• Amaretto: Gives the cocktail its signature warm almond sweetness.
• Triple Sec, Cointreau, or other orange liqueur: Brings bright citrus depth and enhances the cranberry.
• Cranberry juice: Adds tartness, colour, and seasonal flavour.
• Ice: Necessary for chilling and balancing the cocktail.
• Optional garnishes: Fresh cranberries, orange slices, and rosemary add festive flair.

Possible Additions and Variations

• More Citrus: Add a splash of fresh orange juice for extra brightness.
• Stronger Cocktail: Increase the orange liqueur slightly for a sharper profile.
• Sparkling Version: Top with a bit of sparkling water or prosecco.
• Herbal Touch: Add a sprig of rosemary or thyme when shaking.
• Sweeter Option: Use sweetened cranberry juice or add a small amount of simple syrup.

More Festive Cocktail Recipes

Are you looking for more fun festive drinks, like this cranberry orange amaretto cocktail? Be sure to check more recipes below:

• Festive Rosemary Orange Cocktail for the Holidays
• Festive Cranberry and Rosemary Cocktail
• Festive Cranberry Orange Brandy Cocktail

I’d love for you to try this Christmas cranberry cocktail. If you give this holiday drink a go, please share your results in the comments, message me on Instagram, or post your photos with the hashtag #havocinthekitchen. I look forward to seeing your creations and hearing your thoughts!

Cheers!

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Festive Cranberry Orange Amaretto Cocktail

Recipe by Ben | Havocinthekitchen

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Course: Christmas, Festive Holiday Drinks, Cocktails

Servings

2

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Festive cranberry orange amaretto cocktail with bright citrus, almond sweetness, and tart cranberry – an elegant holiday drink for holidays.

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Ingredients

• 2 oz. (60 ml) Amaretto

• 2 oz. (60 ml) Triple Sec, Cointreau or other orange liqueur

• 1 oz. (30 ml) cranberry juice

• a handful of ice

• fresh cranberries, orange, rosemary, etc. – optional, for garnish

Directions

• Combine the Amaretto, orange liquor, cranberry juice, and ice. Shake for 30 seconds to blend, try, and adjust the taste (i.e., an additional splash of liquor or juice), if necessary. Filter and discard the ice. Enjoy!