Best 7 Cranberry Cooler Recipes

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Are you craving a refreshing and flavorful drink that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further than the Cranberry Cooler, a delightful beverage that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the invigorating fizz of ginger ale. This classic cooler is not only easy to make but also offers a variety of delicious variations to suit your taste preferences.

From the traditional Cranberry Cooler, made with fresh cranberries, lime juice, and a hint of mint, to the Sparkling Cranberry Cooler, which adds a touch of cranberry liqueur for an extra festive twist, this article presents a collection of tempting Cranberry Cooler recipes that are sure to quench your thirst and impress your guests. Whether you prefer a non-alcoholic version or one with a bit of a kick, you'll find the perfect Cranberry Cooler recipe here. So, gather your ingredients, choose your favorite variation, and let's embark on a journey of flavor exploration with the Cranberry Cooler!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY COOLER



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I am a retired assistant luncheon manager for an elementary school. In addition to serving lunches, we were often called upon to serve refreshments for school meetings and other occasions. Everyone always enjoyed this cranberry punch. -Carolyn Griffin, Macon, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup cranberry juice
1 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1-1/4 cups ginger ale, chilled

Steps:

  • In a pitcher, combine the juices, sugar and extract. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Just before serving, stir in ginger ale.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (70g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HOMEMADE CRANBERRY RASPBERRY WINE COOLER



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I love wine coolers as they aren't as strong as most wines. So I had some left over riesling wine and I decided to mix it with cranberry and raspberry juice. It is excellent in my humble opinion.

Provided by AcadiaTwo

Categories     Beverages

Time 2m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup riesling white wine
1/2 cup cranberry juice
1/2 cup raspberry juice
2 cups ice (crushed)

Steps:

  • Mix cranberry, raspberry and riesling wine together and pour in a tall highball glass over ice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.8, Sodium 7.9, Carbohydrate 7.7, Sugar 5.8, Protein 0.1

TEQUILA-CRANBERRY COOLER



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Stir or shake up a round of these festive drinks to get the party started.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup sugar
Lime wedge
Ice
6 ounces silver tequila
2 ounces Campari
1 cup cranberry-juice cocktail
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)

Steps:

  • Place sugar in a shallow dish or saucer. Rub lime wedge around the rims of four glasses, then dip glasses in sugar to coat; fill with ice. In a 4-cup liquid measure, combine tequila, Campari, cranberry-juice cocktail, orange juice, and lime juice. Divide drink among glasses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 g

CRANBERRY COOLER COCKTAIL



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Deliciously refreshing! If you are unable to find pineapple sherbet try Recipe #211827! It is wonderful : ) Enjoy!

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Beverages

Time 2m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 ounces rum
2 cups cranberry juice
1 scoop pineapple sherbet

Steps:

  • Mix rum and cranberry juice.
  • Pour into stem glasses.
  • Top with small scoop of sherbet.

CRANBERRY HERBAL TEA COOLER



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You only need to stir together a few ingredients for this delightful take on traditional iced tea. After just one sip, it's sure to be a summertime favorite for years to come. -The Light & Tasty Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons sugar
8 orange spice herbal tea bags
4 cups reduced-calorie reduced-sugar cranberry juice
Orange slices

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the water, orange juice and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; add tea bags. Let stand for 4 minutes. , Remove and discard tea bags. Transfer to a pitcher; stir in cranberry juice. Refrigerate until chilled. Garnish with orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY-TANGERINE CHRISTMAS COOLER



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Categories     Fruit Juice     Non-Alcoholic     Christmas     Cranberry     Lime     Tangerine     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

48-ounce bottle cranberry juice cocktail, chilled
3 cups freshly squeezed tangerine juice or purchased tangerine juice
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
2 tangerines, unpeeled

Steps:

  • Combine cranberry juice and tangerine juice in large pitcher. Add lime juice and stir to blend. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Cut thin slice off tops and bottoms of tangerines. Cut each horizontally into three 1/4- to 1/3-inch-thick rounds. Divide cooler among 6 tall glasses. Garnish with tangerine rounds and serve.

WW 0 PT. CRANBERRY COOLER



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Very simple and refreshing. Modified to be zero points from the Weight Watchers Favorite Homestyle Recipes cookbook. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 delicious drink, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/3 cup reduced-calorie cranberry juice cocktail
2/3 cup diet lemon-lime soda or 2/3 cup club soda
1 lemon wedge
1 lime wedge

Steps:

  • Fill a 10 ounce glass with ice cubes; pour in juice and soda. Squeeze in lemon and lime wedges; stir to combine.
  • Put your feet up and enjoy with no guilt! :).

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor than frozen or dried cranberries. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but thaw them completely before using.
  • Sweeten to taste. The amount of sugar you add to the cranberry cooler will depend on your personal preference. Start with a small amount of sugar and add more to taste.
  • Chill before serving. The cranberry cooler is best served chilled. You can either chill it in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight, or you can serve it over ice.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries or lime wedges. Garnishing the cranberry cooler with fresh cranberries or lime wedges will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

The cranberry cooler is a refreshing and delicious drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give the cranberry cooler a try!

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