Cranberry Shiver
Cool down with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of a Cranberry Shiver, a frosty citrus drink that perfectly balances tart cranberries with zesty orange and lemon juice. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 20 minutes, starts by transforming fresh cranberries into a lightly sweetened syrup, which is then blended with ice for a velvety smooth texture. The burst of natural cranberry goodness, paired with the bright citrus notes, makes this drink a deliciously revitalizing option for any occasion. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for an added touch of elegance, and serve it chilled for the ultimate thirst-quenching treat. Perfect for parties, brunches, or a cozy night in, this cranberry mocktail is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, water, and granulated sugar.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sugar is dissolved (about 8-10 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cranberry mixture cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
In a blender, combine the strained cranberry syrup, orange juice, lemon juice, and ice cubes.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and frothy.
Pour the Cranberry Shiver into glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your frosty, citrusy cranberry creation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
597 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.5 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 651 mg | 14% | |
*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.
