The tart, crisp notes of cranberry combined with sweet raspberry and a lively effervescence make the Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Spinner a refreshingly delicious choice for summer cocktails.
Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Spinner Cocktails are alcoholic beverages for those 21+. Please drink responsibly.
I received a few cans of Spindrift Sparkling Water to experiment with, and while the cans are delightful on their own, they truly shine when mixed into cocktails. That inspired these Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Spinner Cocktails—bright, fizzy drinks that are easy to make and crowd-pleasing.
The name? It’s playful and simple: the sparkle comes from Spindrift, so I called it a Sparkling Spinner. It stuck with friends, and these cocktails were an instant hit at gatherings.
Spindrift offers many flavors, so you can tailor cocktails to different tastes. Popular varieties include:
- Grapefruit
- Cucumber
- Blackberry
- Lemon
- Raspberry Lime
- Orange Mango
- Strawberry
- Half and Half (Half Tea, Half Lemon)
- Cranberry Raspberry
What makes Spindrift stand out is its simple formula: sparkling water with real squeezed fruit. No mystery—just real fruit flavor and bubbles.
Cranberry and raspberry are a natural pair, and Spindrift’s Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Water adds a subtle citrus lift that works beautifully in a summer cocktail. The result is tart and sweet, fizzy and refreshing.
At home we enjoy Spindrift any time, and in warm weather we substitute it for plain soda or club soda in cocktails. The real fruit flavor adds depth without overwhelming the drink, so if a recipe calls for sparkling water, try Spindrift instead—you’ll likely prefer the result.
These cocktails were developed with summer in mind, even though cranberry is often thought of as a holiday flavor. They’re perfect for picnics, BBQs, or any warm afternoon when you want a tall, ice-filled drink with bright fruit flavor. A twist of citrus, tart cranberries, sweet raspberry and sparkling water make these drinks irresistible—even with a crowd that usually prefers simpler drinks.
Summer in St. Louis has been hot, so these chilled Sparkling Spinners are on regular rotation for backyard get-togethers. They’re simple, refreshing, and easy to scale up for a crowd.
I usually find Spindrift at local grocers and national chains. The store locator from the brand shows which flavors are available at specific stores; locally I can pick up flavors at Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Target and Costco, and sometimes I find cans at casual restaurants and cafe chains.
I’m currently hunting for Spindrift Cucumber because it seems like a great option for cool, herb-forward cocktails. With so many flavors to try, I plan to experiment and develop more easy cocktail ideas—mixing real fruit sparkling water into drinks is an effortless way to boost flavor.
These Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Spinner Cocktails are best served overflowing with ice and garnished with fresh cranberries, orange slices and mint. They’re versatile: make single servings or batch them for a pitcher when guests arrive.
Try the recipe below, and feel free to tweak the alcohol or sweetness to your preference. If you make a batch, snap a photo and share it on Instagram—tag @dailydishrecipes so I can see your version.
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Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Spinner Cocktails
Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Spinner Cocktails
Nicole Cook
5 mins
5 mins
Ingredients
- 1 ounces orange vodka
- ½ ounces raspberry liqueur
- 1 ounces cranberry juice
- 2 ounces Sparkling Water (Cranberry Raspberry)
- Fresh mint (for garnish)
- Cranberries, orange slices (for garnish)
- Ice
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the orange vodka, raspberry liqueur and cranberry juice. Shake gently and strain into an ice-filled cocktail glass.
- Top with Spindrift Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Water.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries, orange slices and mint leaves.
- To make a pitcher: stir 3/4 cup vodka, 1/3 cup raspberry liqueur and 3/4 cup cranberry juice in a large glass pitcher and refrigerate.
- When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice, pour the mixed base into glasses, top with Spindrift Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Water and garnish. Serves 4–6.
Nutrition Facts
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Carbohydrates: 8 g
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Protein: 0.1 g
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Fat: 0.1 g
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