Best 8 Cranberry Orange Slush Cocktail Recipes

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Quench your thirst and satisfy your taste buds with the refreshing Cranberry Orange Slush Cocktail, a delightful blend of tart cranberries, sweet oranges, and a hint of lime. This easy-to-make cocktail can be enjoyed as a non-alcoholic beverage or spiked with your favorite spirit for a boozy treat. Whether you're hosting a party or simply seeking a refreshing drink to cool down on a hot day, this slush cocktail is sure to impress with its vibrant color, tangy flavor, and customizable options. Discover the simple recipe and variations, including a virgin version for non-drinkers and a sparkling twist with Prosecco, alongside tips for garnishing and serving this delicious cocktail that will be the star of your next gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY-ORANGE VODKA SLUSH



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Years ago, my mother made a rosy and refreshing party drink I've never forgotten. The sparkle comes from fruit juices, vodka and lemon lime soda. -Melinda Strable, Ankeny, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

9 cups water
2 cups sugar
1 can (12 ounces) frozen cranberry juice concentrate, partially thawed
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, partially thawed
3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate
2 cups vodka
8 cups lemon-lime soda, chilled

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. bowl, mix water and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Stir in juice concentrates and vodka until blended. Transfer to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion; freeze overnight., To serve, place 2/3 cup slush in each glass. Add 1/3 cup soda.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY SLUSHIE



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I love to try new recipes. When I find one that was especially well liked, I make a copy, put it in a protective sleeve and place it in a binder. The binders contain my best recipes, and this sweet-tart, bright red slush is definitely in a binder.-Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 24 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
4 cups cranberry juice
2 cups cold water
2 cups rum
1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
6 cups lemon-lime soda

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in the cranberry juice, cold water, rum and concentrates. Transfer to a 3-quart freezer container. Cover and freeze for 12 hours, stirring occasionally. May be frozen for up to 1 month., To use frozen cranberry mixture: In a punch bowl, combine cranberry mixture and soda. Or for one serving, combine 1/2 cup cranberry mixture and 1/4 cup soda in a glass. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CRANBERRY-ORANGE SLUSH COCKTAILS



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Make and share this Cranberry-Orange Slush Cocktails recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 (12 ounce) can frozen cranberry juice concentrate, thawed
2 cups brandy
1 (32 ounce) bottle cranberry juice cocktail
2 (1 liter) bottles lemon-lime flavored soda or 2 (1 liter) bottles sparkling water
fresh cranberries, to garnish
orange slice, to garnish

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients except soda pop in nonmetal container.
  • Divide among pint containers.
  • Cover and freeze at least 8 hours until slushy.
  • For each serving, mix equal amounts of slush mixture and soda pop in glass.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries or orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 7.9, Carbohydrate 22.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 20, Protein 0.4

LIZZIE'S CRANBERRY COCKTAIL



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups orange juice
2 cups fresh cranberries
Champagne, chilled, for serving
Frozen cranberries, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring the orange juice and cranberries to a boil in a large pot until the berries just begin to burst. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve and let cool to room temperature.
  • Pour 2 to 3 tablespoons of the juice into each of 4 flutes. Top with the champagne and garnish with frozen cranberries.

CRANBERRY CITRUS VODKA SLUSH



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Make and share this Cranberry Citrus Vodka Slush recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups cranberry juice
2 cups squeezed fresh orange juice, strained
1 1/4 cups vodka
1/4 cup squeezed fresh lime juice, strained
1/4 cup Grand Marnier
lime zest, for garnish
orange slice, for garnish
fresh cranberries, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a plastic container with a lid (or a pitcher with a lid), combine all ingredients.
  • Seal and place in the freezer until frozen solid.
  • Take out of freezer and let thaw.
  • Drink when it has thawed and is slushy.
  • Or put in blender and blend until slushy.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries, zest of a lime or an orange slice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.8, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 7.3, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 40.7, Protein 0.9

CRANBERRY ORANGE SLUSH COCKTAIL



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From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinnel 12/30/2001.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Other Drinks

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 32-ounce bottle cranberry juice cocktail
2 c brandy
1 12-ounce can(s) cranberry juice concentrate
1 12-ounce can(s) orange juice concentrate
2 1-liter bottle lemon lime soda or sparkling water
lime slices, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Mix cranberry juice cocktail, brandy, cranberry juice concentrate and orange juice concentrate.
  • 2. Divide among pint containers.
  • 3. Cover and freeze at least 8 hours or until slushy.
  • 4. For each serving: stir equal amounts of slush mixture and soda in a glass.
  • 5. Garnish with lime slices.

CRANBERRY COCKTAIL



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I adore the combination of flavors in this recipe. The secret is to thaw the lemonade so it's still slightly icy-this way the cocktail will be cool and refreshing. For a nonalcoholic option, use peach juice and lemon-lime soda instead of schnapps and vodka. -Julie Danler, Bel Aire, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ice cubes
4 ounces vodka
4 ounces peach schnapps liqueur
4 ounces thawed lemonade concentrate
4 ounces cranberry-raspberry juice
16 maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice cubes., Add vodka, schnapps, lemonade concentrate and juice to shaker; cover and shake until condensation forms on outside of shaker, 10-15 seconds. Strain into 4 cocktail glasses. Place a skewer with 4 cherries in each glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

ORANGE CRANBERRY SPLASH



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I created this citrusy cocktail while tending bar on the Jersey shore. For a festive finishing touch during the holiday season, garnish each glass with fresh cranberries. -Ralph Florio, New York, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups lemon-lime soda
3/4 cup orange-flavored vodka
1/2 cup cranberry juice
6 tablespoons Triple Sec
Ice cubes
GARNISH:
Fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • In a pitcher, combine the soda, vodka, cranberry juice and Triple Sec. Serve over ice. Garnish with cranberries.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they will not be as tart.
  • If you don't have a juicer, you can mash the cranberries with a fork or potato masher and then strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve.
  • To make a non-alcoholic version of this slush, omit the vodka and add more cranberry juice or sparkling water.
  • For a more festive presentation, rim the glasses with sugar before filling them with the slush.
  • Garnish the slush with fresh cranberries, orange slices, or mint leaves.

Conclusion:

The Cranberry Orange Slush Cocktail is a refreshing and festive drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a fun and festive holiday drink or a refreshing summer cocktail, the Cranberry Orange Slush Cocktail is sure to please.

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