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Easy Christmas Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail

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As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better way to spread cheer than with a festive and flavorful Christmas cocktail. This Easy Christmas Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail is the perfect blend of seasonal ingredients and the warm embrace of bourbon, making it an ideal choice for merry gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a festive soirée or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, this delightful concoction is sure to add a touch of holiday magic to your celebrations.

Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail Tips and Tricks:

  • Make Ahead: Consider using cranberry simple syrup instead of cranberry juice when preparing.
  • Customize Sweetness: Adjust the sweetness of your cocktail by modifying the amount of cranberry simple syrup. Taste as you go to find the perfect balance.
  • Chill Glassware: For an extra festive touch, chill your glassware in the freezer before serving to keep the cocktail refreshingly cold.
  • Experiment with Garnishes: Get creative with garnishes; consider adding a twist of orange peel or sugared cranberries for an extra decorative flair.
  • Batch Recipe: Easily multiply the ingredients to create a larger batch if you’re hosting a larger group.

This Easy Christmas Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail is a delightful addition to your holiday repertoire. Bursting with seasonal flavors and the comforting warmth of bourbon, it’s the perfect beverage to raise a toast to joy, togetherness, and the spirit of the season.

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Easy Christmas Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail

Looking for a festive and flavorful cocktail for your holiday parties? Look no further than this easy cranberry cocktail with a bourbon twist!
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword alcoholic drink, bourbon cocktail, cranberry, holiday drink
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 230kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz cranberry juice
  • ½ oz orange liqueur
  • ½ oz fresh lime juice
  • ice cubes
  • fresh cranberries and rosemary sprig for garnish

Instructions

  • Mix the Cocktail: In a shaker, combine 2 oz bourbon, 1 oz cranberry simple syrup, 1/2 oz orange liqueur, and 1/2 oz fresh lime juice. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the ingredients.
  • Strain and Pour: Strain the cocktail mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes. The straining ensures a smooth and well-mixed drink.
  • Garnish: Garnish your Christmas Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail with a handful of fresh cranberries for a burst of color and a sprig of rosemary for a festive aroma.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Present your beautifully crafted cocktail to friends and family. Encourage them to savor the delightful blend of cranberry, bourbon, and citrus – a true embodiment of the holiday spirit.
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What is the Best Bourbon Brand to Mix with Cranberry Juice?

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Cranberry juice, with its tart and sweet flavor profile, makes an excellent mixer for many spirits, including bourbon. The complexity of bourbon, with its rich, warm, and often sweet notes, can complement cranberry juice beautifully. Here are five bourbons that are known to be great for mixing and could potentially pair well with cranberry juice.

Top 5 Bourbons to Mix With Cranberry Juice:

  1. Maker’s Mark- Maker’s Mark is a great brand of bourbon to mix up in cocktails because it is strong enough to stand out in the glass, but not so strong that it overpowers your other ingredients1. It has a sweet and fruity profile with caramel undertones which adds more flavor when mixed together.
  2. Evan Williams Black Label – Evan Williams Black Label is a great mixer for cocktails. It’s affordable and versatile, with spice notes and oak flavors that can be mixed into your favorite drink or enjoyed on its own to enjoy some extra complexity in taste.
  3. Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon – Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon is one of the best bourbons that works well as a base liquor in cocktails because of its strong wood flavor that can stand out in a drink.
  4. Basil Hayden’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon – This bourbon has spicy rye undertones with the subtle sweetness of corn that makes the flavor profile unique. It’s aged and bottled at 80 proof. The Basil Hayden’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon has a well-integrated flavor profile composed of oak, sweet brown sugar, and a hint of citrus fruit.
  5. Old Grand-Dad Kentucky Straight Bourbon – This is one of the greatest bottom-shelf bourbons of all time and perfect for mixing with something like cranberry juice. Distilled at the Jim Beam Plant in Kentucky, this whiskey tastes like caramel and vanilla with a strong peppery flavor. It has notes of dried fruit that might give an interesting flavor when mixed with cocktails.

Remember, the best bourbon for you will depend on your personal taste preferences. So, don’t be afraid to experiment and find your perfect bourbon and cranberry juice combination.

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Cranberry Bourbon Bliss: A Thanksgiving Cocktail Delight

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As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s time to elevate your celebration with a signature cocktail that captures the essence of the season. Enter the Cranberry Bourbon Bliss, a delightful concoction that combines the tartness of cranberries with the warmth of bourbon. This Thanksgiving, treat your guests to a libation that perfectly complements the rich flavors of the holiday feast.

Cranberry Cocktail Tips and Tricks:

  • – For an extra touch of elegance, consider sugaring the rim of your glass before pouring in the cocktail.
  • – Experiment with different bourbons to find the one that complements the cranberry and maple flavors to your liking.
  • – Make a batch of fresh cranberry juice by blending cranberries and straining the mixture for an authentic taste.

This Thanksgiving, let the Cranberry Bourbon Bliss take center stage at your festivities. With its seasonal flavors and visually appealing presentation, this cocktail is sure to become a cherished tradition. Raise a glass to gratitude and good company with this Thanksgiving cocktail that perfectly balances the richness of bourbon and the tartness of cranberries.

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Cranberry Bourbon Bliss: A Thanksgiving Cocktail Delight

Indulge in the perfect Thanksgiving cocktail with our Cranberry Bourbon Bliss. This festive blend of bourbon, fresh cranberry juice, and maple syrup creates a delightful drink that captures the spirit of the season. Enjoy rich flavors of cranberry and bourbon.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword alcoholic drink, bourbon cocktail, cranberry, fall drink
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 180kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz cranberry juice
  • ½ oz maple syrup
  • ½ oz orange liqueur
  • club soda
  • fresh cranberries and rosemary sprig for garnish

Instructions

  • In a shaker, combine the bourbon, fresh cranberry juice, maple syrup, and orange liqueur.
  • Shake the ingredients vigorously to ensure they are well-mixed and chilled.
  • Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice cubes, allowing the vibrant colors to shine through.
  • Top the cocktail with a splash of club soda for a subtle effervescence.
  • Garnish your Cranberry Bourbon Bliss with a few fresh cranberries for a burst of color and a sprig of rosemary for a festive touch.
  • Give it a gentle stir to marry the flavors and aromas.
  • Sip and savor the delightful medley of bourbon's warmth and cranberry's tartness.
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Cranberry Bourbon Smash Cocktail

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This is an easy cocktail recipe for a delicious fall drink that you can spin up in 5-10 minutes. This is bound to be a huge hit at your next fall party, or as a sipper during College Football Saturdays.

The crisp fall air calls for heartwarming drinks, and what evokes the autumn spirit more than RICH CRANBERRIES (seriously, they’re a fall staple) combined with the cozy embrace of bourbon? If your love for whiskey-based concoctions knows no bounds, this Cranberry Bourbon Smash is about to be your new autumn obsession! It’s a delightful medley of tart and sweet, punctuated with the robustness of bourbon, making this cocktail the ultimate fall indulgence.

Why Cranberry Juice?

While fresh cranberries offer an authentic tartness, working with them can be a tad bit challenging and sometimes unpredictable. Opting for cranberry juice provides a convenient and consistent flavor profile. We did contemplate crafting this with muddled fresh cranberries, but the smoothness and ease of the juice won the day.

Cranberry Cocktail Tips and Tricks:

Simple syrup is, well, simple to make. So you should make your own. You can use this excellent recipe, or to craft simple syrup, blend equal parts water and granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar vanishes, then let it cool off before incorporating it into your drink.

Fall Cocktail Variations:

For the whiskey enthusiasts out there who adore experimenting, check out these enticing variations:

With a handful of ingredients and a spirit for the season, the Cranberry Bourbon Smash is yours to relish. It’s the ideal companion for fireside chats, Thanksgiving dinners, or any event where autumn’s charm is celebrated. This drink is popular for fall and winter occasions alike.

Follow our fall cocktail series here.

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Cranberry Bourbon Smash

An easy and quick cranberry bourbon cocktail recipe for a delicious fall drink that you can spin up in 5-10 minutes.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword cranberry, fall drink, winter drink
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 226kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 2 oz cranberry juice
  • ½ oz simple syrup
  • ½ oz lemon juice fresh
  • fresh cranberries garnish and flavor

Instructions

  • Fill a shaker with ice.
  • Pour in 2 oz of bourbon, 2 oz of cranberry juice, 1/2 oz of lemon juice, and 1/2 oz of simple syrup.
  • Shake enthusiastically for about 15 seconds to blend the ingredients perfectly.
  • Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for that rustic touch.
  • Serve immediately and bask in the rich flavors of fall.