Cranberry Aperol Spritz

1. **Prepare the Cranberry Simple Syrup:** Place 2 cups of cranberries, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of water in a saucepan on medium heat. 
2. Allow this mixture to come to a simmer for 5 minutes. 
3. Once the cranberries start bursting, continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes. 
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the mixture over a strainer to remove the cranberry chunks, collecting the syrup in a bowl underneath. 
5. Allow the cranberry simple syrup to cool completely to room temperature before using.
6. **Assemble the Aperol Spritz:** In a glass, combine 4 oz of Prosecco champagne, 2 oz of Aperol, 1 oz of the prepared cranberry simple syrup, and 2 oz of sparkling water. 
7. Stir gently to combine. Add ice and garnish as desired. Serve immediately.