Hey Guys and Gals! A spiced cranberry drink made by steeping cranberries in spirit, then blending with cider, cranberry juice and spices.
Ingredients
Step 1
1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries
3 cups of pure spirit or vodka
Step 2
6 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon whole allspice berries
2 whole nutmeg, quartered
3 cups apple cider
1/2 gallon cranberry juice
Directions
1. Clean and chop the cranberries and combine them with the spirit in a large sealable container. Steep one week in a cool, dry place.
2. Combine the cranberry juice, cider and spices in a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer 15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and let sit 30 minutes or until cool.
4. Strain the cranberry spirit through moistened cheesecloth, gently wringing it. Strain the spiced juice as well.
5. Combine the two, seal, and let rest 24 hours. Sweeten with a little simple syrup if you like. Keep refrigerated.