Cinnamon and Cumin-Infused Cranberry Spritzer
Servings
6
Ready In:
15 minutes
Prep time:
5 minutes, plus chill
Cook time:
10 minutes
Introduction
About this Recipe
By: Linda Eads
This delightful 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.
I will 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 Tbsp. 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, To Garnish:
Additional cinnamon sticks
6 long rosemary sprigs, lower leaves removed, and threaded with fresh cranberries
Step by Step Instructions
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 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.
Enjoy!
