Cranberry Vodka/Vodka Tonics
(from Mainergirl’s recipe box)
Source: Robin Parsons
Prep time: 999 minutes
Serves 12 people
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh cranberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla, or 1 vanilla bean split lengthwise
- 3 cups vodka
- 1 liter tonic
- Lime slices, for garnish
Directions
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Combine cranberries and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the vanilla extract or split vanilla bean and cook, stirring, until the cranberries burst, 5-6 minutes.
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Divide the cranberry mixture between 2 large mason jars. Divide the vodka between jars. Cover and refrigerate for 1 week. Strain out the cranberries. Store the flavored vodka in a clean jar in the refrigerator.
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For each drink, pour 2 oz of cranberry vodka over ice in a tall glass. Top with tonic and garnish with a lime slice.