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Cranberry martini garnished with sugared cranberries on a skewer, set on a dark red plate with berry branches behind it.
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5 from 9 votes

Cranberry Martini

Make an extra batch of homemade cranberry sauce and pair it with vodka to transform it into a festive Cranberry Martini holiday cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutes
Freezer time3 days
Total Time3 days 5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 cocktails
Author: Krissy Allori

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cranberry sauce best to make fresh, but store bought will work
  • 750 milliliters vodka (good-quality)
  • fresh cranberries and sugar for garnish optional

Instructions

  • If making homemade cranberry sauce, prepare ahead of time and chill before using.
  • Combine 1 cup cranberry sauce and 750 milliliters vodka in large airtight container. Store in freezer for at least 3 days. Give it a good shake any time you open the freezer.
  • Chill the martini glasses in the freezer.
  • Strain the solids using a fine mesh strainer. To serve, pour about 3 ounces of the ice cold cranberry vodka into each frozen martini glass. If not immediately serving, store the strained liquid in the freezer until ready to serve, and give it a shake before pouring into glasses.
  • If desired, spray fresh cranberries with a bit of water and then roll in sugar. Serve on a skewer over the glass.

Notes

Make my homemade cranberry sauce a few days ahead. Use 1 cup of sauce per 750 ml bottle of vodka; more sauce can make the mix freeze.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Sodium: 1mg
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