Best 5 Drunken Cranberries Recipes

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Indulge in the festive flavors of Drunken Cranberries, a delightful holiday treat that effortlessly blends the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the warmth of alcoholic beverages. This versatile dish features three unique recipes that cater to various preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you prefer the classic rum-infused version, the non-alcoholic alternative, or the indulgent spiked cranberry sauce, these recipes guarantee a burst of flavor that will impress your guests. Experience the perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a hint of boozy charm, as you explore the diverse culinary adventures that await you in this article.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

DRUNKEN CRANBERRY SAUCE



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A family recipe we have used for years. We love it as a side dish to our turkey on Thanksgiving day. Also goes well on chicken, pork, and beef. Makes a great treat as an appetizer served with crackers, or can even be used over vanilla ice cream. I like to add the orange zest a couple tablespoons at a time, as not to overdo it. Adjust sweetness by adding 1 tablespoon sugar at a time at the end of cooking if needed.

Provided by Mrs.fleming21

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ cups white sugar, or more to taste
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 (12 ounce) package cranberries, divided
1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger tequila
1 ½ oranges, zested

Steps:

  • Heat a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir sugar, orange juice, half the cranberries, and tequila in the warmed saucepan until mixture is slightly reduced, about 20 minutes. Add the remaining cranberries and orange zest; cook and stir until cranberries begin to pop, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

DRUNKEN CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Sweet and spicy, Drunken Cranberry Sauce pairs perfectly with a traditional holiday dinner of turkey, gravy and stuffing. Ready within 15 minutes, this lightning fast side dish adds sweetness to a meal. Fresh cranberries cook with spiced rum, orange juice and brown sugar to make this delightful recipe. Drunken Cranberry Sauce is what you'll want to serve at the Thanksgiving, Christmas and holiday party tables!

Provided by Erin Parker, The Speckled Palate

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 oz. fresh cranberries, whole
1 oz. spiced rum
½ cup orange juice
1 cup brown sugar (dark brown or light brown OK)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the cranberries with the orange juice and brown sugar.
  • Heat over medium heat, and cook, for about 10 minutes, or until cranberries have popped and the sauce has thickened.
  • Pour in the rum, and stir, cooking until it has evaporated.
  • Serve warm or cold as a side dish at the holiday table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 0 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 0 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 7 milligrams sodium, Sugar 25 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

DRUNKEN CRANBERRY SAUCE



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A delicious holiday (or not) whole berry sauce that is so simple (if you don't sneak a sip of the liquid while you are acquiring the ingredients) that you'll be amazed.

Provided by R. Richard Daggett

Categories     Fruit

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb cranberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup cognac or 1 cup brandy
1 tablespoon orange zest
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients (in saucepan large enough to hold ingredients and more).
  • Cook over low heat until most of berries have "popped".
  • Add zest and cinnamon.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Cool and store in refrigerator or freeze until wanted.

DRUNKEN CRANBERRIES



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Use these drunken cranberries to make Danny Meyer's delicious Cranberry Daiquiri.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Entertaining     Cocktail Party Ideas

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups Danny Meyer's Simple Syrup
2 sticks cinnamon
Zest from 1 large orange
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 1/2 cups white rum, such as Bacardi Silver

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine simple syrup, cinnamon, and orange zest. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; add cranberries. Cook until cranberries just begin to pop and skins begin to split, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Strain liquid into a large container. Discard cinnamon and orange zest; add cranberries to liquid, along with rum. If cranberries are not fully submerged in liquid, add equal parts simple syrup and rum until they are completely covered. Let cool completely.
  • Cover, and transfer to refrigerator until chilled, at least 2 hours and up to 3 weeks.

DRUNKEN CRANBERRY SAUCE



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This is my absolute favorite cranberry sauce recipe. I grew up eating the cranberries out of the can (or should I say avoiding them completely because they're pointless), and then I discovered there's more to cranberries than that jellied version of cranbery sauce. Don't stress about the alcohol because it's only for flavor. You won't really get drunk from this recipe unless you're drinking something while you make it.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 ounces fresh cranberries
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 dash nutmeg
1/4 cup Bourbon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in an 8" square pan.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutesor until the cranberries have softened and become juicy.
  • Uncover and stir in the bourbon.
  • The alcohol will evaporate leaving the liquor's smoky essence.
  • Refrigerate covered until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • Choose tart cranberries. This will help to balance out the sweetness of the other ingredients.
  • Use a good quality orange liqueur. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the cranberries.
  • Don't overcook the cranberries. They should be cooked until they are just tender, but not mushy.
  • Serve the cranberries warm or at room temperature. They can be served as a side dish or as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or waffles.

Conclusion:

Drunken cranberries are a delicious and easy-to-make holiday dish. They are perfect for serving at parties or potlucks. With their sweet and tart flavor, they are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a festive and flavorful dish, give drunken cranberries a try.

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