Cranberry Orange Vodka
Infuse the holiday spirit into your cocktails with this vibrant Cranberry Orange Vodka recipe—an ideal homemade treat that's as festive as it is flavorful. Fresh cranberries and fragrant orange zest are steeped in a smooth, candy-sweet blend of vodka and homemade simple syrup, creating a dazzling infusion that's equal parts tart and citrusy. Quick to prep in just 15 minutes and finished with a week of steeping for maximum flavor, this DIY vodka makes for a stunning addition to your bar or a thoughtful handmade gift. Perfect for sipping over ice or elevating your favorite seasonal cocktails, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of handcrafted spirits.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cranberries
- 1 Orange (preferably organic)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 cups Vodka
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and drain them. Pat them dry with paper towels.
Use a sharp knife to pierce each cranberry once or twice. This helps them release their flavors into the vodka.
Wash the orange under warm water and dry it thoroughly. Use a vegetable peeler to carefully peel thin strips of the orange zest, ensuring to avoid the white pith as it can be bitter. Set the zest aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved, forming a simple syrup. This should take about 5 minutes.
Remove the simple syrup from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
In a large sterilized glass jar (at least 1 liter in capacity), combine the pierced cranberries, orange zest, vodka, and the cooled simple syrup.
Seal the jar tightly with a lid and gently shake to combine the ingredients.
Store the jar in a cool, dark place, like a pantry or cupboard, for at least 7 days. Shake the jar gently every day to help mix the flavors.
After 7 days (or up to 2 weeks for a stronger flavor), strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean, sterilized bottle. Discard the cranberries and orange zest.
Seal the bottle tightly and store your finished Cranberry Orange Vodka in the refrigerator or freezer.
Serve chilled in cocktails or over ice. Enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2671 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.2 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 229.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 571 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
