Homemade Cranberry Cordial

Cranberry Cordial in a moon jar and served in glasses.

Add a homemade touch to your holiday festivities with this Cranberry Cordial recipe! Made with fresh cranberries, orange, and a hint of cinnamon, it’s a perfect balanced blend of seasonal flavors. This cordial makes a delightful sip, a stunning cocktail base, or a thoughtful gift for friends and family. It’s easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword cordial, cranberry

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 164kcal

Ingredients

3 cups fresh cranberries
Zest of 1 orange
2 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 cinnamon stick
2 cups vodka

Instructions

In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange zest, sugar, orange juice, and a cinnamon stick. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries soften and pop and the mixture becomes syrupy (about 10-15 minutes).
Let the mixture cool slightly, pour in the vodka, then transfer it to large sterilized jars. Stir gently to combine, and seal the jars tightly.
Refrigerate for about a month, giving the jars a gentle shake every few days to help the flavors meld.
When ready to use, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into clean jars or decanters.
Serve as is or mix with ginger ale, lemon-lime soda, or ginger beer.

Notes

20 servings based on a 3 ounce pour.

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