Description
Sparkling Mistletoe Cosmo is a festive and refreshing cocktail perfect for holiday celebrations. Combining the bright flavors of vodka, orange liqueur, pomegranate, and lime juices, this sparkling punch is topped with bubbly champagne, garnished with jewel-like pomegranate arils and sweetly sugared rosemary for a beautiful and flavorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cocktail
- 2 cups vodka
- 1 cup Cointreau (orange liqueur)
- 1 1/2 cups pomegranate juice
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1 bottle (750 ml) champagne
For Garnish
- Pomegranate arils, for serving
- Sugared rosemary sprigs (see instructions)
For Sugared Rosemary
- Rosemary sprigs
- Granulated sugar, for coating
Instructions
- Prepare Cocktail Base: In a large pitcher, combine the vodka, Cointreau (orange liqueur), pomegranate juice, and lime juice. Stir well and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve to allow the flavors to meld.
- Sweeten Rosemary: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Gently run rosemary sprigs under water to slightly dampen them and place on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over all sides of the rosemary, coating thoroughly. Let the rosemary dry on the baking sheet for 1 hour. This sugared rosemary can be prepared up to one day in advance and stored at room temperature.
- Serve Punch: Just before serving, add ice to your punch bowl. Pour half of the chilled champagne over the ice, and then add the chilled cocktail mixture. Stir gently and add more champagne if desired to taste.
- Pour Cocktails: Place a single ice cube into each cocktail glass. Pour the punch over the ice cubes in each glass.
- Garnish and Present: Top each cocktail glass with a few pomegranate arils and a sprig of sugared rosemary for an elegant and festive finishing touch.
Notes
- Sugared rosemary adds a delightful visual and sweet herbal touch to the cocktail.
- Adjust the amount of champagne added depending on your desired level of sparkle and alcohol strength.
- For best results, chill all ingredients well before mixing.
- The cocktail base can be made ahead and refrigerated for several hours or overnight.
- This drink is ideal for holiday gatherings and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour (for drying rosemary)
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sparkling cocktail, holiday cocktail, pomegranate cocktail, festive drink, mistletoe cosmo
