Embrace the chill of winter with our simple Poinsettia Drink recipe! Combining champagne, cranberry juice, and Triple Sec, this bubbly cocktail is perfect for the holiday season.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 98
Ingredients
- ½ oz Triple Sec
- 2 oz cranberry juice - chilled
- 2 oz Champagne - chilled
- Fresh cranberries and/or rosemary sprig - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Champagne Flute
- Measuring Jigger
- Bar spoon or long stirrer
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Pour ½ oz Triple Sec into a champagne flute.
- Add Cranberry Juice: Fill the flute halfway with approx. 2 oz cranberry juice (adjusting to taste and to the size of the glass)
- Add Champagne: Top up the glass with approx. 2 oz Champagne (adjusting also to taste and to the size of the glass)
- Stir: Using the bar spoon, stir gently to combine.
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish with a few fresh cranberries (if available) and/or a rosemary sprig. Serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Triple Sec: Any type of orange liqueur, such as curaçao for example, can be used to make this cocktail. For a lighter version, you can use orange peel syrup as a substitute. To make your own syrup, mix together 1 part white sugar and white part water over low heat. Stir well to dissolve the sugar, remove from the heat and add orange peels to the syrup. Let the mixture cool down to temperature, transfer to an airtight container and let it infuse in the fridge for at least one day. When ready to use, strain to remove the peels and store in the fridge after use.
- Cranberry Juice: If you run out of cranberry juice, pomegranate juice also works well. It adds a slightly different but equally festive touch to the cocktail.
- Champagne: Prosecco or any other sparkling wine can be used if you don't have champagne. Just make sure it's chilled!
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Triple Sec Substitute: You can use orange peel syrup as a substitute. To make your own syrup, mix together 1 part white sugar and white part water over low heat. Stir well to dissolve the sugar, remove from the heat and add orange peels to the syrup. Let the mixture cool down to temperature, transfer to an airtight container and let it infuse in the fridge for at least one day. For a stronger flavor, you may add a drop of bitter orange essence to the mix. When ready to use, strain to remove the peels and store in the fridge after use.
- Champagne Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic sparkling wine, preferably on the drier side.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
The Poinsettia Drink is naturally vegan as it contains no animal products; just ensure that the specific brands of Triple Sec and champagne you're using are certified vegan, and enjoy!What is a Poinsettia Drink?
A Poinsettia Drink is a champagne-based cocktail made of Triple Sec and cranberry juice and topped off with champagne. It’s easy to make as it involves simple mixing without special bartending skills or tools. This festive drink stands out due to its bright red color from the cranberry juice, which makes it an attractive choice for holiday celebrations.
What is a Poinsettia Drink made of – The ingredients
The components of a Poinsettia Drink are as follows:
- Triple Sec: This orange-flavored liqueur adds a sweet and citrusy kick to the cocktail, enhancing its overall flavor profile.
- Cranberry Juice: It gives the drink its signature red color and adds a tartness that balances out the sweetness of the Cointreau.
- Champagne: Used to top off the drink, it adds effervescence and a touch of luxury to the cocktail.
- Fresh Cranberries and fresh rosemary sprig (optional): These are used as a garnish, adding an extra festive touch and visual appeal to the drink.
