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Cranberry Cordial
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Cranberry Cordial

Cranberry Cordial combines Cranberries, Sugar, Light Rum in a homemade liqueur served in a collins glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Strong, sweet, soft, and smooth.

Best for

Best for summer patio.

Quick fact

Cranberry Cordial is a medium alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Cranberries, Sugar, Light Rum.

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How to make it

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  1. 1Place the chopped cranberries in a 2 liter jar that has a tight-fitting lid.
  2. 2Add the sugar and rum.
  3. 3Adjust the lid securely and place the jar in a cool, dark place.
  4. 4Invert the jar and shake it every day for six weeks.
  5. 5Strain the cordial into bottles and seal with corks.

Method

Shaken

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Taste map

Strength

Strong

Sweetness

Sweet

Sourness

Soft

Bitterness

Smooth

Read: Cranberry Cordial is a medium alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Cranberries, Sugar, Light Rum.

Texture and serve cues

-Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style

Glassware

Collins Glass

Method

Shaken

More to know before you make it

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Flavor & pairing

Expect round sweetness, a spirit-forward finish with support from Cranberries, Sugar, Light Rum. Great with grilled food, tacos, chips, citrusy bites, or party snacks.

Serving & context

Serve in a collins glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass. Cranberry Cordial sits comfortably in the rum cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.

Reference cards

Base spirit

Rum

Category

Homemade Liqueur

Alcohol

Alcoholic

Glass

Collins Glass

Method

Shaken

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