Cranberry-apple spritzer
A cranberry-apple spritzer is a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage that combines tart cranberry juice with sweet apple juice, topped with sparkling water or club soda for a fizzy finish. It's a popular holiday drink in North America, often served chilled over ice with a garnish of fresh cranberries or apple slices.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the natural sugars in the fruit juices, with minimal fat or protein. A typical 8-ounce serving provides around 100-120 calories and offers a good dose of vitamin C and antioxidants from the cranberries.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin A | 20 IU |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Folate | 5 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The cranberry-apple spritzer is a festive twist on traditional holiday flavors, blending the tartness of cranberries—native to North America—with the sweetness of apples. Nutritionally, it's a lighter alternative to sugary sodas, leveraging the natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties of cranberries.
