Cranberry Sparkler

Name: Cranberry Sparkler
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 3 servings.
Ingredients: 3/4 cup raspberry rum; 1/2 cup cranberry juice; 1/4 cup lime juice; Ice cubes; 3/4 cup ginger ale or lemon-lime soda, chilled; Fresh raspberries and cranberries, optional

The flavors of this refreshing cran-raspberry cocktail are great any time of year. In winter, the cranberry makes it a good fit for holiday parties; on a warm summer's night, the raspberry comes to the fore. It's a favorite for our girls' night! —Susan Stetzel, Gainesville, New York

Ingredients

3/4 cup raspberry rum
1/2 cup cranberry juice
1/4 cup lime juice
Ice cubes
3/4 cup ginger ale or lemon-lime soda, chilled
Fresh raspberries and cranberries, optional

Directions

Combine rum and juices. Fill three rocks or old-fashioned glasses with ice. Divide rum mixture evenly among glasses; top each with 2 ounces ginger ale. If desired, serve with fresh raspberries and cranberries.