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Cranberry Old Fashioned Cocktail

Cranberry Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe
A Cranberry Old Fashioned puts a festive, tart twist on the classic bourbon cocktail, using cranberry syrup, bitters, and a bright orange garnish for a drink that’s as stunning as it is easy to make.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Old fashioned glass
  • Muddler or spoon
  • Jigger
  • Spoon: For stirring.
  • Bar spoon or regular spoon
  • Cocktail strainer (optional)
  • Small knife or peeler

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1/2 oz cranberry simple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • ice cubes big cubes are best
  • fresh cranberries for garnish
  • orange twist for garnish

Instructions

  • Add cranberry simple syrup, Angostura bitters, and orange bitters to your rocks glass.
  • Pour in the bourbon.
  • Add a big ice cube or a few smaller ones.
  • Stir gently with the bar spoon for 15–20 seconds.
  • Garnish with a few cranberries and a twist of orange.

Notes

Homemade cranberry syrup is simple: simmer equal parts sugar, water, and fresh cranberries, then strain. Adjust syrup for sweetness to taste. Try rye whiskey for extra spice. Fresh cranberries are just for garnish; they add a festive pop of color. No orange bitters? Use extra orange twist. This is a perfect cocktail for holiday parties or cozy winter nights.