
Cranberry Cordial
Chopped cranberries, sugar and light rum sealed in a jar and turned daily for six weeks, then bottled. A jewel-red holiday cordial made almost entirely by time.
15% ABVMediumHomemade Liqueurs
Medium
Difficulty
15 min
Time
200 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Rum
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Sugar· not in your bar25 oz
Or swap: Honey — floral sweetness, Simple Syrup — dissolves instantly
- White Rum· not in your bar16 ¾ oz
Or swap: Cachaça — makes it punchier, Gold Rum — richer, slightly oaky
- Cranberry· not in your bar1/2 kg chopped
Instructions
Place the chopped cranberries in a 2 liter jar that has a tight-fitting lid.
Add the sugar and rum.
Adjust the lid securely and place the jar in a cool, dark place.
Invert the jar and shake it every day for six weeks.
Strain the cordial into bottles and seal with corks.
Pairs well with
Tart homemade cranberry rum cordial suits festive cheese-and-nut boards:
- Baked brie with cranberry
- Candied pecans
- Turkey and stuffing bites
- White chocolate bark




