Cranberry Christmas Cocktail (Printable Version)
A vibrant mix of cranberry and blood-orange juices with vodka and seasonal garnishes.
# What You'll Need:
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3 fl oz cranberry juice cocktail
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2 fl oz blood orange juice (from 1 large blood orange)
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1.5 fl oz vodka
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0.5 fl oz simple syrup
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Ice (about 3/4 cup for shaking, 1/2 cup for serving)
→ Optional Garnishes
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Simple syrup, for rimming glass
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Super fine granulated sugar, for rimming glass
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Thin slices of blood orange
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Fresh rosemary sprig
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Food-grade cinnamon stick
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Fresh cranberries (3-4 pieces)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Add 3/4 cup ice, cranberry juice, blood orange juice, vodka, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until well chilled and blended.
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Fill a 10-ounce lowball glass with 1/2 cup ice. If desired, rim the glass beforehand with simple syrup and superfine sugar.
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Remove shaker lid and strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over the ice. Garnish with a slice of blood orange, a rosemary sprig, a cinnamon stick, and 3-4 fresh cranberries.
# Additional Notes:
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Rimming the glass with simple syrup and superfine sugar adds a subtle sweetness and festive appearance.