CRANBERRY BOURBON

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The subtle tang of cranberry and the warm winter spices make this bourbon just right for holiday toasts-neat, on the rocks or in a cocktail. -James Schend, Deputy Editor, Taste of Home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 cups bourbon
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
4 orange zest strips (3 inches)
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY MANHATTAN (for each serving):
Ice cubes
3/4 ounce sweet vermouth
Dash bitters
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY OLD-FASHIONED (for each serving):
1 orange slice
4 dried cranberries
2 dashes bitters
Ice cubes
3 ounces lemon-lime soda
1 teaspoon orange juice

Steps:

In an airtight glass container, combine bourbon, cranberries, cinnamon stick and orange zest. Store in a cool, dry place 2-4 weeks. Strain, discarding cranberries, cinnamon and orange zest. Return bourbon to glass container. Store in a cool, dry place.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.