Simple Syrup - Cranberry Orange for Champagne Cocktail |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Perfect any time a flavored simple syrup is called for. Especially wonderful in a champagne cocktail. Cooking time includes cooling. From: Southern Living December 2009. Ingredients:
2 cups granulated sugar |
1 cup cranberries, fresh, frozen |
1 cup orange juice |
1/2 cup water |
1/2 cup ice cube |
1/4 cup cranberries, frozen for floating in your cocktail |
Directions:
1. Place all ingredients EXCEPT ice cubes in a medium sauce pan.
2. Bring to a boil, turn down the heat to med-high.
3. Cook for 2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved.
4. Remove from the heat and pour through a wire mesh strainer, pressing berries with the back of a spoon to release their juices.
5. Discard solids.
6. Stir in 1/2 C ice cubes to cool.
7. Freeze for 20 minutes to further cool.
8. Add 1 - 2 Tablespoons to your favorite sparkling wine. I love Prosecco.
9. Float a few frozen cranberries in the glass and watch them dance in the bubbles!
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