Best 7 Bourbon Cranberry Shrub Recipes

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Bourbon cranberry shrub is a refreshing and flavorful cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. This classic drink combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of bourbon, creating a unique and delicious beverage. Whether you are a seasoned mixologist or a casual home bartender, making a bourbon cranberry shrub is easy and requires only a few simple ingredients. In this article, we will explore the history of this timeless cocktail and provide a step-by-step guide to crafting the perfect bourbon cranberry shrub.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY BOURBON



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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.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups bourbon
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
4 orange zest strips (3 inches)
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

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY BOURBON COCKTAIL



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 cranberry bourbon cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Shake 2 ounces each bourbon, cranberry juice and orange juice in a shaker with ice; strain into a glass filled with ice and garnish with cranberries.

CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH BOURBON



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This is my mother's recipe. Each year, she would make this for an auction. Her sauce usually sold for $12.00 an 8-ounce jar! Tastes best when it has had time to sit, for example, 2 weeks. The longer it sits, the stronger the flavours.

Provided by CULINARYJEN

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 ounces cranberries
4 cups white sugar
½ cup bourbon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir the cranberries, white sugar, and bourbon together in a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.4 calories, Carbohydrate 70.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.7 mg, Sugar 67.7 g

CRANBERRY SHRUB



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This cranberry drinking vinegar is a great way to spruce up your holiday drinks and cocktails. Add a bit of sparkling water, ginger beer, or tonic water for a non-alcoholic sipper. Or, add a splash of gin or vodka with a few ounces of your favorite sparkling water for a tangy cocktail. It's even delicious as a substitute for plain vinegar in your vinaigrette recipe.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Syrup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
1 cup white sugar
1 cup fresh cranberries
2 pods cardamom, crushed
4 whole allspice berries, cracked
¼ (1 inch) piece cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, water, and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add cranberries, cardamom pods, allspice berries, and cinnamon stick; bring to a boil. Stir and cover until cranberries begin to pop, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir again, being careful that cranberries do not burn you as they pop. Reduce heat and simmer until sugar has dissolved and cranberries have released their juice, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and allow to steep for 15 minutes. Strain into a container, seal, and refrigerate. Discard pulp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

BOURBON-CRANBERRY SHRUB



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
1 cup white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons bourbon
2 tablespoons seltzer

Steps:

  • Combine cranberries, sugar, and vinegar in a pot. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; let cool completely. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.
  • For each cocktail, fill a rocks glass with ice. Stir in bourbon, seltzer, and 2 tablespoons shrub liquid. Add 1 tablespoon shrub cranberries; serve immediately.

CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH BOURBON AND ORANGE



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Michael Symon's family often breaks into a heated debate during Thanksgiving - but only because they can't agree on whether cranberry sauce should be canned or homemade. Most of his relatives are OK with canned, but not Michael, which is why he came up with this flavorful sauce. "This is my attempt to sway my family with the magic of bourbon," he says.

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup bourbon
2 cinnamon sticks
2 large coins peeled fresh ginger
Zest of 1 orange, plus juice of 4 oranges
1 pound (about 4 cups) cranberries, thawed if frozen
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar and bourbon in a 1-quart saucepan, stirring well. Add the cinnamon sticks, ginger and orange zest and juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the liquid begins to reduce a bit, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add the cranberries and vanilla bean and seeds to the pan and continue to simmer until the cranberries are soft and breaking apart and the sauce begins to thicken, 12 to 15 minutes. If desired, mash your cranberries with a sturdy whisk or potato masher, just to break them up, and simmer to thicken a little bit more, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and discard the cinnamon sticks, ginger pieces and vanilla bean. Let the sauce cool. Serve warm or at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 10 days - the flavors only get better as they chill out in the fridge.

BOURBON CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Make and share this Bourbon Cranberry Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mizzy

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup Bourbon
1/4 cup minced shallot
1 grated orange, zest of
1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries, rinsed
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan combine the bourbon, shallots and.
  • orange zest. Bring to a boil over moderate hear, lower.
  • the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until the.
  • bourbon is reduced to a syrupy glaze on the bottom of.
  • the pan, about 10min.
  • Add the cranberries and sugar, stirring well until the.
  • sugar dissolves. Reduce the heat slightly and simmer,.
  • uncovered, until most of the cranberries have burst.
  • open, about 10min.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the pepper. Transfer.
  • to a bowl, let cool to room temperature, cover and.
  • refrigerate.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1.9, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 26.8, Protein 0.3

Tips:

  • Choose fresh cranberries: Look for cranberries that are plump, firm, and have a deep red color. Avoid any cranberries that are soft or have bruises.
  • Use a good quality bourbon: The bourbon you use will have a big impact on the flavor of the shrub, so choose one that you enjoy drinking. A high-proof bourbon will give the shrub a more intense flavor, while a lower-proof bourbon will result in a milder flavor.
  • Add some sweetness: The natural tartness of the cranberries can be balanced out by adding some sweetness to the shrub. You can use sugar, honey, or maple syrup. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Experiment with different spices: The addition of spices can give your shrub a unique flavor profile. Some popular spices to use include cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  • Let the shrub rest: After you've made the shrub, let it rest for at least a week before drinking it. This will allow the flavors to meld and mellow out.

Conclusion:

A bourbon cranberry shrub is a delicious and versatile cocktail ingredient that can be used in a variety of drinks. It's perfect for sipping on its own, mixing with soda water or ginger ale, or using as a base for cocktails. With its sweet, tart, and slightly boozy flavor, a bourbon cranberry shrub is sure to please everyone at your next party.

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