Thanksgiving Spritz

Name: Thanksgiving Spritz
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups Aperol; 1 cup cranberry juice cocktail; 1 bottle chilled sparkling wine, such as Prosecco or Cava (750ml); 8 slices orange; Ice; Fresh or frozen cranberries, for garnish

Amanda Stevenson 23 November 2025

Servings: 8 Total Time: 5 mins Difficulty: Beginner

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Thanksgiving Spritz

Author: Amanda Stevenson Courses: Cocktails

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 5 mins Total Time 5 mins

Servings: 8

Description

Perfect for holiday gatherings, this cocktail brings together crisp bubbles, a hint of bittersweet Aperol, and the tart festive flavor of cranberry, making it a beautiful match for Thanksgiving mahj table moments. Serve it in wine glasses over plenty of ice, and add seasonal garnishes for an elegant touch. Whether you’re toasting with friends or relaxing after dinner, the Thanksgiving Spritz hits the sweet spot between festive and sophisticated.

Ingredients

1 ¹⁄₃ cups Aperol
1 cup cranberry juice cocktail
1 bottle chilled sparkling wine, such as Prosecco or Cava (750ml)
8 slices orange
Ice
Fresh or frozen cranberries, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Stir chilled sparkling wine, Aperol, and cranberry juice cocktail together in a pitcher just before serving.
Pour into ice-filled glasses and garnish each glass with a half-moon orange slice and cranberries if using.

Note

Adapted from The Kitchn's Thanksgiving Spritz recipe.

Keywords: thanksgiving, holiday, cocktail, aperol, spritz, cranberry

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Thanksgiving Spritz

Thanksgiving Spritz

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