Festive Bourbon Cranberry Sipper

This festive cranberry bourbon smash is the perfect drink to enjoy during the holiday season. The cocktail features a luscious homemade cranberry puree infused with rosemary and orange, mixed with bourbon and a splash of bubbly sparkling water. The combination of flavors creates a vibrant and delightful sip, while the sugared rosemary sprig and cranberries add a touch of seasonal elegance.

Festive Bourbon Cranberry Sipper

A delightful holiday cocktail featuring a silky cranberry puree, infused with rosemary and orange, mixed with bourbon and topped with sparkling water.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • 2 oz cranberry puree
  • 0.25 oz rosemary syrup (or substitute simple syrup)
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
  • Sparkling water, to top
  • Ice
  • Garnish: sugar rolled rosemary sprig and cranberries

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, cook the sugar, cranberries, water, and vanilla until the cranberries soften and the mixture starts to caramelize.
  2. Whisk in the cream and cook until the mixture thickens.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Let it cool.
  4. In a shaker tin, muddle 3 cranberries with the cranberry puree and lemon juice.
  5. Add the bourbon, rosemary syrup, and bitters.
  6. Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 20 seconds.
  7. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
  8. Top with sparkling water and garnish with sugared rosemary and cranberries.