Best 9 Cranberry Vodka Recipes

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Cranberry vodka is a delicious and versatile cocktail that can be enjoyed year-round. With its tart and tangy flavor, it can be sipped neat, mixed with a variety of juices and sodas, or used to create festive holiday drinks. Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer cocktail or a warm and cozy winter drink, you're sure to find a cranberry vodka recipe that suits your taste.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-ORANGE VODKA SLUSH



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Years ago, my mother made a rosy and refreshing party drink I've never forgotten. The sparkle comes from fruit juices, vodka and lemon lime soda. -Melinda Strable, Ankeny, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

9 cups water
2 cups sugar
1 can (12 ounces) frozen cranberry juice concentrate, partially thawed
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, partially thawed
3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate
2 cups vodka
8 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. bowl, mix water and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Stir in juice concentrates and vodka until blended. Transfer to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion; freeze overnight., To serve, place 2/3 cup slush in each glass. Add 1/3 cup soda.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY-AND-ORANGE VODKA



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This vodka recipe is one of our Handmade Holiday Gifts.Try using it to make a Cranberry Cosmopolitan.Download and print the Cranberry Cosmopolitan Recipe Tag.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup fresh cranberries
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 piece fresh orange peel (2-by-1-inch)
3 cups vodka

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat cranberries, sugar, and water until the sugar dissolves, the liquid begins to turn a light-pink color, and the cranberries just begin to pop. Pour the cranberries and the liquid into a large glass jar; stir in peel and vodka. Cover, and let stand at room temperature at least 3 days or up to one month. Strain before serving.

CRANBERRY VODKA SLUSH



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A quick, easy drink to make. This recipe makes quite a bit and it can be kept in the freezer for months, as long as it's in a tightly sealed container. I've made this for holidays, family get-togethers, baby showers (non-alcoholic for the mom-to-be of course), bridal showers/bachelorette parties and other events. * "50/50"...

Provided by S I

Categories     Cocktails

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 oz box cherry jello
1 c boiling water
3 c cold water
2 c cranberry juice
12 oz frozen orange juice concentrate, slightly thawed
12 oz frozen lemonade, slightly thawed
2 c vodka
50/50 or squirt soda (citrus flavored sodas)

Steps:

  • 1. In a large container, dissolve the Jello in boiling water. Add the remaining ingredients, EXCEPT the soda; stir until well blended. Cover the container tightly, place in the freezer for at least 7 hours (overnight works best though) or until its completely "slushy."*
  • 2. When ready to serve, spoon the slush into a glass and add 50/50 or Squirt soda.
  • 3. * If you make non-alcoholic version, stir every few hours so it doesn't completely freeze solid (alcoholic version won't freeze solid with the vodka in it).

GINGER CRANBERRY COCKTAIL (FROZEN VODKA OR GIN)



Ginger Cranberry Cocktail (Frozen Vodka or Gin) image

Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     beverage

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 -inch piece ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup frozen cranberries
1 lime, juiced
2 cups vodka or gin
2 cups cranberry juice
1 cup ginger syrup, or to taste
Splash club soda
Shaved ginger

Steps:

  • For the ginger syrup: Place all syrup ingredients in a saucepan and simmer until sugar dissolves and the ginger is infused in the syrup, about 20 minutes. Strain and allow to cool fully before use.
  • For the drink: Crush the frozen cranberries in a large glass pitcher. Add the lime juice and their juiced wedges to the pitcher. Pour in the vodka, cranberry juice, and ginger syrup. Put ice in low-ball glasses and fill glasses about 2/3 full. Top off with club soda and garnish with a shaving of fresh ginger.

CRANBERRY VODKA



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound cranberries
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract or 1 vanilla bean, split
1 bottle tonic
Lime slices, for garnish
One 750-milliliter bottle vodka

Steps:

  • Place cranberries, sugar and vanilla in a medium saucepan. Place pan over medium heat and stir. Simmer cranberry mixture until the berries burst, about 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Divide mixture in half and pour into large, clean mason jars. Pour vodka into the jars to cover the berries. Set aside and allow to sit for 1 week. After 1 week, strain out the cranberries and store cranberry vodka in a clean jar in the refrigerator.
  • To serve: Pour 2 ounces of vodka mixture over ice in a tall glass and top with tonic. Garnish with a slice of lime.

CRANBERRY VODKA PAMA MARTINI



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Make and share this Cranberry Vodka Pama Martini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by petlover

Categories     Beverages

Time 7m

Yield 1 martini, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 cup vodka
1/2 cup pama pomegranate liqueur
1/2 cup unsweetened cranberry juice

Steps:

  • pour all ingredients over ice.
  • shake over ice.
  • serve in a chilled/frosted martini glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.1, Fat 0.2, Sodium 3.6, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 15.3, Protein 0.5

CRANBERRY-LIME VODKA PUNCH



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Make and share this Cranberry-Lime Vodka Punch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ammie Cook in Deuts

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup vodka
2 cups cranberry juice
1 1/2 cups Rose's lime juice
1 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
ice
lime
cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except lime, ice and cranberries.
  • For each serving, add a few ice cubes to a champagne flute, squeeze and add a lime wedge.
  • Fill glass with punch and garnish with a few cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2, Carbohydrate 8.7, Sugar 7.9

CRANBERRY AND VODKA SPARKLE



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Make and share this Cranberry and Vodka Sparkle recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lori Mama

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

ice cube
4 ounces cranberry juice
4 ounces mineral water
1/4 ounce lime juice
1/2 ounce vodka

Steps:

  • Fill a mixing container half with ice.
  • Pour cranberry juice, lime juice and vodka.
  • Stir,then pour into a highball glass.

CRANBERRY ORANGE VODKA



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Categories     Citrus     Christmas

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients
nocoupons
1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract, or 1 vanilla bean, split
2 oranges, peels cut into 2-inch strips
1 (750-ml) bottle vodka

Steps:

  • Directions Place cranberries, sugar and vanilla in a medium saucepan. Place pan over medium heat and stir. Simmer cranberry mixture until the berries burst, about 5 to 6 minutes. Place orange peels in a large glass container with an airtight lid, or large mason jars with lids. Pour vodka over the orange peels. Allow the cranberry mixture to cool. Pour the cooled mixture into the glass container(s). Cover tightly and set aside for 1 week. After 1 week, strain out the cranberries sand orange peels and pour mixture into a clean bottle, using a funnel. Store vodka in the refrigerator.

Tips:

  • Fresh cranberries: For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they may not be as flavorful.
  • Choose a good vodka: The quality of the vodka you use will affect the taste of the finished liqueur. Choose a smooth, high-quality vodka.
  • Sweetener: Depending on your taste, you can use sugar, honey, or agave syrup to sweeten the liqueur. Sugar is the traditional sweetener, but honey or agave syrup can add a more complex flavor.
  • Infuse with spices: To add extra flavor to the liqueur, you can infuse it with spices such as cinnamon, cloves, or nutmeg. Add the spices to the vodka and cranberries and let them steep for a few days before straining.
  • Use a clean glass jar: When storing the liqueur, use a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. This will help to preserve the flavor and quality of the liqueur.

Conclusion:

Cranberry vodka is a delicious and versatile liqueur that can be enjoyed on its own, used in cocktails, or added to desserts. With its vibrant red color and tart, slightly sweet flavor, it's a perfect drink for any occasion. Experiment with different recipes to find the perfect one for your taste. Whether you prefer a simple liqueur or one that's infused with spices, you're sure to find a cranberry vodka recipe that you'll love.

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