We invented this drink over the holidays, when we had mounds of homemade cranberry sauce in the fridge. We subbed bourbon and experimented until we arrived at this delicious mix.
Preparation Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Muddle the crushed ice and cranberry sauce in a rocks glass until the ice has been tinged red. Pour in the whiskey, orange liqueur, bitters, and water. Stir and serve.
Ingredients
1 fluid ounce cold water
2 fluid ounces bourbon whiskey
2 dashes aromatic bitters
1 tablespoon cranberry sauce (see below)
0.5 cup crushed ice
0.5 teaspoon brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)