If your ideal holiday evening involves soft socks and a well-worn holiday movie, you’re in good company. This season, Hallmark favourite Andrew Walker is adding an extra layer of indulgence to those cozy nights in—courtesy of a little cranberry sparkle.
Bright, tart, and unmistakably festive, cranberry has long been a hallmark of the season. And because the best holiday moments rarely need overcomplicating, Walker’s approach is refreshingly simple: effortless cranberry mocktails made with Ocean Spray’s sparkling cranberry juices, available in playful flavours like cran-mango, cran-peach, and cran-pomegranate. No elaborate recipes required—just pour, add a thoughtful garnish like a citrus twist or cinnamon stick, and suddenly your movie night feels intentional, even celebratory.
Whether you’re settling in for a snow-day romance or a lighthearted holiday comedy, these mocktails strike the perfect balance between festive and relaxed. They offer a touch of indulgence without the commitment, making them ideal for evenings that may include surprise drop-ins or a last-minute gift-wrapping sprint.
So reach for your coziest blanket, press play on that familiar favourite, and pour yourself a glass of cranberry sparkle. After all, the holidays aren’t truly underway until your drink is as bright as your twinkling lights—and far more reliable than a questionable fruitcake.
Cranberry Gingerbread Fizz
Ingredients:
- 4 oz of Ocean Spray Sparkling Cranberry Juice
- 1 oz gingerbread syrup
- ½ oz fresh squeezed lime juice
- Garnish: Sugared cranberries and mini gingerbread cookie, cinnamon sugar (glass rimmer)
- Make it a cocktail: 1 ½ oz of Vodka or tequila
Cran-Pomegranate Holiday Spritz
Ingredients:
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- 4 oz Ocean Spray Sparkling Cranberry-Pomegranate Juice
- 2 oz apple cider
- ½ oz lemon juice
- Garnish: apple slice and cinnamon stick
Frosted Peach Cranberry
Ingredients:
- 4 oz Ocean Spray Sparkling White Cranberry Peach Juice
- 1 oz Cran-Grape Juice
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- Garnish: lime wheel and sugared cranberries
Cranberry Mango Sparkle
Ingredients:
- 4 oz Ocean Spray Sparkling Cranberry Mango Juice
- 2 oz freshly squeezed orange juice
- ½ oz lemon juice
- Garnish: Orange peel ice cubes with cranberries and rosemary
Check out our mocktail gallery below, and make your own while watching your favorite holiday movie tonight!
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