Cranberry Cordial

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

  1. Place the chopped cranberries in a 2 liter jar that has a tight-fitting lid.

  2. Add the sugar and rum.

  3. Adjust the lid securely and place the jar in a cool, dark place.

  4. Invert the jar and shake it every day for six weeks.

  5. 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

Similar taste

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