The subtle tang of cranberry and the warm winter spices make this bourbon just right for holiday toasts—neat, on the rocks or in a cocktail. —James Schend, Deputy Editor, Taste of Home.
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY MANHATTAN (for each serving):
Ice cubes
3/4 ounce sweet vermouth
Dash bitters
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY OLD-FASHIONED (for each serving):
1 orange slice
4 dried cranberries
2 dashes bitters
Ice cubes
3 ounces lemon-lime soda
1 teaspoon orange juice
Directions
In an airtight glass container, combine bourbon, cranberries, cinnamon stick and orange zest. Store in a cool, dry place 2-4 weeks. Strain, discarding cranberries, cinnamon and orange zest. Return bourbon to glass container. Store in a cool, dry place.
Test Kitchen tips
To prepare a cranberry manhattan: Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add 2 ounces Cranberry Bourbon, sweet vermouth and bitters; cover and shake until cold. Strain into a cocktail glass.
To prepare a cranberry old-fashioned: In a rocks glass, muddle orange slice, cranberries and bitters. Add ice. Pour in 1-1/2 ounces of Cranberry Bourbon, soda and juice.
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butterflybirds
Nov 12, 2018
Big hit with my family. Everyone wanted another. Going to prepare it again. This time will double the recipe.
ncdorothy
Jan 20, 2018
So easy and very tasty. Flavors of cinnamon and orange are pronounced but not overpowering. Nice for sipping and in the Manhattan recipe. This would make a beautiful gift during the holidays.
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Big hit with my family. Everyone wanted another. Going to prepare it again. This time will double the recipe.
So easy and very tasty. Flavors of cinnamon and orange are pronounced but not overpowering. Nice for sipping and in the Manhattan recipe. This would make a beautiful gift during the holidays.