Cranberry Smash!
This Cranberry Smash was inspired by a recipe I found on AboutFood.com.
It was quick and simple to make — just the way we like our cocktails.
This one’s a keeper!
Here she is — looking all sophisticated and moody….
ENJOY!
Cranberry Smash!
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| Serves | 2 |
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Meal type | Beverage |
| Occasion | Christmas |
| Slightly adapted from recipe on | About Food |
A festive cocktail perfect for the holidays! Sweet, colorful and refreshing. Fast and easy to make. Treat your guests to this cheerful, sparkling beverage! It's a perfect way to start a holiday gathering.
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Fresh cranberries
- 4 Ounces Vodka or Bourbon
- 8 Fresh mint leaves
- Juice from 1/2 of a lime
- 1 Tablespoon Brown sugar
- 10 Ounces Ginger ale
- Ice
Note
Confession: I don't own a cocktail shaker. Until Santa brings me one, I muddle the ingredients in a wide bottom bowl and then scoop it all into a plastic jar with a lid. Fill with ice and shake, shake, shake. It works just fine for me!
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| In a shaker, muddle the cranberries, mint, lime juice and brown sugar | |
| Step 2 | |
| Add the vodka or bourbon. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Fill shaker with ice. Shake mixture until thoroughly chilled. | |
| Step 4 | |
| Divide mixture into two cocktail glasses. Fill with ginger ale and enjoy! | |
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