Cranban

2 oz Cognac VSOP
3⁄4 oz Cranberry juice (cranberry juice cocktail reduction; see Notes)
1⁄4 oz Crème de Cacao, Tempus Fugit
1 pn Salt
1 ds Orange bitters, Regans' orange bitters
1 twst Lemon (expressed and discarded)
3 Cranberry (as garnish)
Instructions

Stir; strain; Nick & Nora; express lemon twist; garnish

Notes

The juice reduction is store-bought cranberry juice cocktail simmered until reduced by half and cooled.

History

Created for the December 2024 Reddit Original Cocktail Challenge (Cranberry & brandy).

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Craig Eliason
Created by
Craig Eliason, Saint Paul, Minnesota (USA)
Year
2024
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author's original creation
Reference

https://www.reddit.com/r/cocktails/comments/1h469ka/original_cocktail_c…

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  • Clear ruby color. Fruity nose. Orange juice and apple cider in sip, cranberry and cinnamon in swallow, then chocolate and vanilla. Chocolate covered or candied cherries and warm spices in finish.
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