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Ginger-Lemon Cranberry Cocktail Recipe

Ginger Lemon Cranberry Cocktail in a clear glass

Celebrate the season with this festive drink that combines flavors of lemon, cranberry and a sweet ginger syrup. This cocktail has 41% fewer calories* and 70% less sugar* than the regular sugar-sweetened version. Makes 4 servings.

Serving size: 3⁄4 cup (6 fl. oz.)

Calories: 70 Calories

**Erythritol value may vary based on your choice of sweetener

Ingredients

Ginger Syrup

Cranberry Cocktail

  • 1⁄2 cup frozen cranberries

  • 1 Lemon, juiced (about 1⁄4 cup)

  • Ginger Syrup

  • 1 cup cranberry juice

  • 6 oz gin or vodka

  • 1 cup club soda

  • Shaved fresh ginger

***or 12 zero-calorie Truvia Original Calorie-Free Sweetener Packets

Directions

Ginger Syrup
  • 1.

    Place syrup ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes. Strain and chill for at least 30 minutes before using.

Cranberry Cocktail
  • 2.

    Crush the frozen cranberries in a small glass pitcher or 4-cup measure.

  • 3.

    Add lemon juice.

  • 4.

    Stir in ginger syrup, cranberry juice, and gin. Put ice in low-ball glasses about 2⁄3 full.

  • 5.

    Top with club soda and garnish with fresh ginger.

*This drink has 70 calories and 5 grams of sugar per serving compared to regular sugar-sweetened version which has 120 calories and 17 grams of sugar.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories 70
Total Fat 0g
Saturated Fat 0g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 10mg
Total Carbohydrate 12g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 5g
Erythritol** 6g
Protein 0g
Vitamin A 0% DV
Vitamin C 25% DV
Calcium 0% DV
Iron 0% DV
Ginger-Lemon Cranberry Cocktail Recipe

Serving size: 3⁄4 cup (6 fl. oz.)
Calories: 70 Calories

Ingredients

Ginger Syrup

Cranberry Cocktail

  • 1⁄2 cup frozen cranberries

  • 1 Lemon, juiced (about 1⁄4 cup)

  • Ginger Syrup

  • 1 cup cranberry juice

  • 6 oz gin or vodka

  • 1 cup club soda

  • Shaved fresh ginger

***or 12 zero-calorie Truvia Original Calorie-Free Sweetener Packets

Directions

Ginger Syrup
  • 1.  

    Place syrup ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes. Strain and chill for at least 30 minutes before using.

Cranberry Cocktail
  • 2.  

    Crush the frozen cranberries in a small glass pitcher or 4-cup measure.

  • 3.  

    Add lemon juice.

  • 4.  

    Stir in ginger syrup, cranberry juice, and gin. Put ice in low-ball glasses about 2⁄3 full.

  • 5.  

    Top with club soda and garnish with fresh ginger.
Ginger-Lemon Cranberry Cocktail is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 60.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Ginger cheers ♥️ Defenetly I'm buying this ingredient to make this drink!!
Date published: 2017-01-05
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Surprisingly good drink I was pleasantly surprised by the combination and I do not feel calorie guilty either.
Date published: 2017-01-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Ginger Lemon Cranberry Cocktail It's so delicious! It's refreshing and easy to make.
Date published: 2017-01-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Yummy Taste! Very easy to make and it has a zippy, refreshing taste. Love it!
Date published: 2017-01-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from very tasty im not a big fan of gin, but using it in this recipe was great. very tasty and refreshing.
Date published: 2017-01-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Easy to make This recipe was easy to make and tastes great good for the whole family
Date published: 2017-01-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Refreshing! I love this beverage! It is a light, refreshing drink for the winter, holidays and for summer time. I have made it with and without the alcohol Either way it is delicious. The ginger gives this drink a kick and the lemon gives it some brightness. You don't have to feel guilty with the sugary syrup calories cut out.
Date published: 2017-01-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Refreshing and sweet This is a great drink to refresh and reenergize! Love it!
Date published: 2017-01-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing drink!!! I made this drink last night at a dinner party I was hosting, and boy was it popular! My guest kept asking me for the recipe, and said I should make this a staple at all of our get together.
Date published: 2017-01-04
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great Drink I tried it and I like. Very easy to make. Would recommend strongly.
Date published: 2016-03-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Wonderful !!!! Make it kid friendly too. This is a very easy & wonderful drink. Just leave out the alcohol & kids love it too.
Date published: 2016-03-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great tasty drink So easy to make. Love this. Very refreshing and light.
Date published: 2016-03-05
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Deliciousness An excellent recipe, try it. You'll like it. I highly recommend this refreshing drink.
Date published: 2016-03-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Refreshingly Delicious This recipe was easy to execute. A cool refreshingly delicious pick me- up with or without the vodka or gin. My daughters and I enjoyed this cocktail on a mother/daughter movie night. I will be adding this recipe to our family favorites.
Date published: 2016-03-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from My new favorite After reading the recipe, I decided to give it a try. Not only was is simple, but it tasted wonderful. I've made this with and without the alcohol. It's a crisp, refreshing drink and my new favorite. As a bonus, the ingredients have several health properties. It's a win all around.
Date published: 2016-03-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing cocktail This drink is amazing. Much better than the ones full of sugar. Best described as crisp.
Date published: 2016-03-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fresh and light Ginger and cranberry are so good together. Love this warmed for keeping my hoarse throat refreshed.
Date published: 2016-03-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Super fast and tasty! I made this tonight for girl's night! my girls friends and i loved it. It wasn't too sweet but was just right and the flavor was great! It was super fast and easy to make too so we could get back to our movie:) Will definitely make this again!
Date published: 2016-03-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from VERY REFRESHING! I USE TRUVIA EVERYDAY IN MY COFFEE BUT HAD NEVER THOUGHT OF IT FOR COCKTAILS!
Date published: 2016-03-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from DELICIOUS! First off, have to say how thankful I am for this product! I am diabetic and have to find ways to cut sugar out of my diet… And this solves my problem! Love this drink! Also put trivia in passion tea!!
Date published: 2016-03-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Incredible!!!! Tried this and wow! You dhould, refreshing and crisp.
Date published: 2016-03-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Anti Acid Recipe I tried this and it was great settling my stomach.
Date published: 2016-02-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from great taste First recipe I tried n loved it would definitely make again
Date published: 2016-02-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Tantalizing and Refreshing. First off, Easy Peasy. anyone that wants to give it a hand, will be able to make this Delicious libation. it has such a fresh flavor, it does not make a difference if you are sitting in front of the fire with it snowing outside or it is 90 degrees and your BBQ. it is cocktail that marries nicely with any season. and with only 12 gm of carbs. anyone watching there carbs can easily incorporate into there lunch or dinner carbs/calories. a win win
Date published: 2016-02-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Cranberry Delight I want this now! It sounds so refreshing. Using frozen cranberries will be a first for me.
Date published: 2016-02-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Oh Yes! This was just the perfect cocktail to keep my diabetic family members from feeling left out at a family gathering last Sunday! It was also a great one for they calorie counters, as well. Sweet, spicy, and tart. Thank you!
Date published: 2016-02-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome holiday drink!!! I made this for a holiday party and it was a big hit. Easy to make and just about everyone loved it. Will definately make it again next year.
Date published: 2016-02-26
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Nice & easy! Very good and simple to make. A certain crowd pleaser at your next gathering!
Date published: 2016-02-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Ginger lemon cranberry cocktail I think it should be renamed to "love it juice" because once you try it you will love it
Date published: 2016-02-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from sparkling pick me up cocktail I made this refreshing cocktail this weekend when I had friends visiting from out of town and it was just delightful!!!!
Date published: 2016-02-21
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