Jul 14 2026
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Cranberry Bourbon Spice Recipe

Time40m
Serves8

Make Cranberry Bourbon Spice Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Spices

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Combine Base Ingredients

    In a large saucepan, combine the cranberry juice, bourbon, and sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar completely.

  2. 2

    Add Spices

    Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, nutmeg, and grated ginger to the mixture. Stir to combine.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Mixture

    Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Do not let it boil.

  2. 4

    Simmer

    Allow the mixture to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the flavors meld together.

  3. 5

    Strain

    After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and any solids.

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the spiced cranberry bourbon in heatproof glasses, garnished with fresh cranberries and orange slices.

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