Festive Cranberry Delight

This festive and flavorful Cranberry Manhattan is a delightful blend of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, cranberry sauce, and a touch of orange bitters. The combination creates a rich and tangy cocktail with a hint of sweetness, making it the perfect drink for any festive occasion. Garnished with fresh cranberries and a twist of orange peel, this cocktail is a delightful addition to any holiday celebration.

Festive Cranberry Delight

A delightful and festive blend of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, cranberry sauce, and orange bitters, garnished with cranberries and an orange twist.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces rye whiskey
  • 0.50 ounce sweet vermouth
  • 0.50 ounce cranberry juice
  • 2 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce
  • 3 dashes orange bitters
  • cranberries and orange peel to garnish

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, cranberry juice, jellied cranberry sauce, and orange bitters to the shaker.
  3. Shake the mixture vigorously for about 30 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosted and the cranberry sauce is fully incorporated.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a coupe or martini glass.
  5. Garnish with fresh cranberries and a twist of orange peel.