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Cinnamon and Cumin Infused Cranberry Spritzer

Cinnamon and Cumin Infused Cranberry Spritzer

Cinnamon and Cumin Infused Cranberry Spritzer

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Serves: 6
Prep Time: 5 minutes, plus chill time Cooking Time: 10 minutes

This tasty beverage is a delicious way to celebrate the holiday season. Here, the classic flavor combination of cranberry, orange, and cinnamon is complemented by the unexpected addition of cumin. Add a little vodka for a fun adults-only treat, or skip it for a pleasant mocktail everyone can enjoy. Cheers!

Ingredients

  • 1 c. fresh or frozen cranberries
  • ¼ c. honey
  • ½ c. water
  • 2 T whole cumin seeds
  • 4 cinnamon sticks
  • 3 c. unsweetened cranberry juice
  • 2 medium organic oranges, each cut into 8 wedges
  • Optional: ½ c. vodka
  • 3 c. sparkling water
  • Optional Garnish:
  • Additional cinnamon sticks
  • 6 long rosemary sprigs, lower leaves removed, and threaded with fresh cranberries

Instructions

1

Add cranberries, honey, water, cumin seeds, and cinnamon sticks to a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until the honey is melted and the spices are intensely fragrant.

2

Remove from heat and transfer to a large glass or other non-reactive bowl. Add cranberry juice, orange wedges, and vodka, if using. Refrigerate for several hours to overnight.

3

Once thoroughly chilled, remove from refrigerator and firmly squeeze each orange wedge into the bowl to capture the juice before discarding. Strain mixture with a fine-mesh strainer and discard the solids.

4

To serve, fill serving glasses with ice and add enough of the seasoned cranberry juice mixture to fill each glass about 1/3 full. Top off each glass with sparkling water and stir to combine. Taste and sweeten with additional honey, if desired. Garnish with cinnamon sticks and/or rosemary skewers and serve immediately.

Cinnamon and Cumin Infused Cranberry Spritzer
Cinnamon and Cumin Infused Cranberry Spritzer

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