Festive Spiced Cranberry Martini

Merry and bright, just like Christmastime. This snowy poinsettia martini is a delightful mix of spiced rum, cinnamon maple syrup, cranberry juice, and Cointreau. It's the perfect cocktail to bring festive cheer to any holiday gathering.

Festive Spiced Cranberry Martini

A delightful mix of spiced rum, cinnamon maple syrup, cranberry juice, and Cointreau, this cocktail is merry and bright, just like Christmastime.

4.39 from 16 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz spiced rum
  • 1 oz cinnamon maple syrup (recipe below)
  • 2 oz cranberry juice
  • 1/2 oz Cointreau (orange liqueur)
  • Sparkling rosemary and cranberries, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 4 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 orange peels (about 2 inches long)

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepot, combine the maple syrup, 1 cup of water, cinnamon sticks, and orange peel. Bring to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat, stir, and let steep for 10 minutes.
  3. Strain into a jar. This syrup makes enough for 6-8 drinks.
  4. In a cocktail shaker, measure the spiced rum, syrup, cranberry juice, and orange liqueur.
  5. Add ice and shake until cold.
  6. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with sugared rosemary and cranberries, as desired.