Holiday Cranberry Gin Fizz Cocktail

4.46 from 31 votes

This pretty pink cocktail gets its festive fizz thanks to a secret ingredient! Serve these up as the signature cocktail at your next Christmas party.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: General

Servings: servings of syrup

Calories: 66kcal

Make the cranberry simple syrup by combining the 1 cup cranberry juice and 1 cup granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and chill in the refrigerator until cold.
To make the gin fizz, combine the 2 ounces gin, 1 ounce fresh lemon juice, 1 ounce cranberry simple syrup, 1 egg white, and 3-4 drops orange bitters in a cocktail shaker. Cover, and shake vigorously for at least 15 seconds.
Remove the lid of the cocktail shaker, place in a handful of Ice, close the lid again, and shake vigorously again for 15 seconds.
Strain the gin mixture into a low-ball or champagne glass. Top off with the 2 ounces club soda, and garnish with Cranberries and rosemary sprigs, if desired.

Yes, this recipe uses a raw egg white to make the delicious, beautiful foam on top. If you are worried about food safety, you can use pasteurized eggs (sold in many major supermarkets) or just leave out the egg white entirely. If you leave it out, your gin fizz won't be as foamy and fizzy, but it will still taste delicious.