A Vodka Cranberry is incredibly easy to make and there’s a reason it’s such a classic, it’s a timeless drink that has the perfect flavor. Just a hint of sweetness from the cranberry juice cocktail and the right amount of tart flavor. Instructions. Combine the cranberries, sugar, and water in a large saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat and then adjust to medium heat to maintain a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the cranberries have broken open. Place a fine mesh strainer over a large Pyrex measuring cup or a heat-proof bowl. Instructions. Make the simple syrup by combining the cranberries, sugar, water and orange peel in a small saucepan. Set over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes until the cranberries have burst then allow to cool completely. Strain out the cranberries and the orange peel. For instance, use full 750-milliliter bottles of vodka and peach schnapps with about 50 ounces of cranberry juice. This will produce about 25 4-ounce drinks that can be served with or without ice. Woo Woo Party Shot: When transforming this drink into a shooter, the cranberry juice is typically cut in half, so there's more alcohol content. Pour 4 days ago · The real drink recipe A proper Vodka Cranberry also uses a touch of Rose’s sweetened lime and some orange juice to bring out the best of the cranberry flavor. Because vodka doesn’t really change the flavor of the cranberry juice, this cocktail would just taste like straight cranberry juice without some help. Step 1 In medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water and stir until sugar dissolves completely. Let cool 20 minutes, then mix in cranberries until coated. Step 2 How to Make the Perfect Vodka Cranberry. To whip up an amazing Vodka Cranberry, you'll need the following ingredients: 1 ½ ounces of vodka. 4 ounces of cranberry juice. Ice. Lime wedge for garnish (optional). To make your cocktail, simply follow these steps: Fill a glass with ice. Add the vodka and cranberry juice. Grapefruit Press. Add grapefruit juice to your standard vodka press for a refreshing and fruity press. You can use grapefruit vodka instead if you have it. Pomegranate Press. Add pomegranate liquor to your plain vodka to add a pomegranate flavor. This will also make your drink a different color, adding to the creativity. Add the Cranberry Jello powder to a medium mixing bowl. Pour in the hot water and whisk until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Add the vodka and stir. Place the plastic shot cups on a tray and pour the cranberry Jello into the cups filling almost to the top. Cover and chill in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight. Option 1: Use cranberry juice with plain vodka. I would use 2 tablespoons as cranberry juice is pretty tart. Option 2. Make cranberry syrup at home. Combine water, sugar, and cranberries in a small saucepan over very low heat for 5 minutes. Let cool before using. zsDWE7.