Ingredients for Cranberry Orange Vodka
- Fresh Cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- Oranges, Rind Of
- 750ml (25 oz) vodka
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How to Make Cranberry Orange Vodka
- Combine 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a medium saucepan.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugar dissolves.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 5-6 minutes.
- While the cranberry mixture simmers, place the zest of 2 oranges (about 1 tablespoon) into a large glass container with an airtight lid (or large mason jars).
- Pour 750ml (25 oz) of good quality vodka over the orange peels in the glass container.
- Allow the cranberry mixture to cool completely.
- Once cooled, pour the cranberry mixture into the glass container with the vodka and orange zest.
- Cover tightly and store in a cool, dark place for at least 1 week (longer is better, up to 2 weeks for a more intense flavor).
- After 1 week (or more), strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined funnel into a clean bottle.
- Discard the solids (cranberries and orange peels).
- Store the cranberry orange vodka in the refrigerator.
- To serve: Pour 2 ounces of vodka mixture over ice in a tall glass. Top with 4 ounces of tonic water.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
880g
Fat
0g
Carbs
86g
