This cranberry and pomegranate cordial is perfect for gift giving. One cup pomegranate seeds (arils), 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries, one liter good vodka, a simple syrup, the peel of one orange and 10 days are all you need.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 12 ounces fresh or frozen(thawed) whole cranberries
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- Orange rind strips from one orange
- 1 liter good vodka
Preparation
- To make the simple syrup bring the sugar & water to a low boil over medium high heat. Stir & turn to low to simmer for about 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Remove simple syrup from heat to cool completely.
- Put cranberries in a food processor and pulse until roughly chopped.
- Mix together in a large glass jar with a tight-fitting lid the cooled simple syrup, 1 liter of vodka, chopped cranberries, pomegranate seeds & orange rind strips. Store in a cool, dark closet or cabinet, shaking daily, for about 10 days.
- Strain liquid mixture through a fine sieve & pour cordial into small bottles to give as gifts. Close bottles tightly with metal caps or corks.
To enjoy: Drink chilled or at room temp as an aperitif….or pour into a glass of ice and top with seltzer or Cava for a refreshing cocktail garnished with a slice or orange.
