Festive Spice Cranberry Martini

Merry and bright, just like Christmastime. This delightful martini is a perfect blend of spiced rum, cinnamon maple syrup, cranberry juice, and a hint of orange liqueur. It's a festive and flavorful cocktail that captures the essence of the holiday season.

Festive Spice Cranberry Martini

A delightful martini made with spiced rum, cinnamon maple syrup, cranberry juice, and a hint of orange liqueur.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz spiced rum
  • 1 oz cinnamon maple syrup (recipe below)
  • 2 oz cranberry juice
  • 1/2 oz Cointreau (orange liqueur)
  • Sparkling rosemary and cranberries, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 4 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 orange peels (about 2 inches long)

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepot, combine the maple syrup, 1 cup of water, cinnamon sticks, and orange peel.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and let it steep for 10 minutes.
  3. Strain the syrup into a jar. This syrup makes enough for 6-8 drinks.
  4. In a cocktail shaker, measure the spiced rum, syrup, cranberry juice, and orange liqueur.
  5. Add ice to the shaker and shake until cold.
  6. Strain the mixture into a martini glass.
  7. Garnish with sugared rosemary and cranberries, as desired.