12 Cranberry Recipes for Winter

Tiny, tart and versatile, cranberries have long been the ruby-red stars of the holiday dinner table, but they also make for a great drink ingredient. From cake to cocktails, here are 12 creative ways to showcase one of winter’s most delicious fruits.

County Fair All the charm of fruitcake in one delicious drink.

Cranberry-Apple Shrub Mix this shrub with seltzer for a full-bodied soda, or spike it with booze for a seasonal cocktail.

Cranberry Eggnog Cake Two iconic seasonal flavors come together in this sweet treat.

Cranberry Mors A tart and fruity zero-proof drink.

Cranberry Rum Punch Perfect for holiday gatherings, this rum punch recipe combines cranberries with rum and a splash of sparkling wine.

Cranberry Smash Cranberry-infused gin shines in this wintry mix with rosemary and lemon juice.

Miller’s Tale Spanish cider pairs perfectly with ginger and cranberries

Pomegranate, Lime and Ginger Cranberry juice forms the base of this refreshing alcohol-free drink.

Nancy’s CosmoThe classic Cosmo recipe gets upgraded with a homemade cranberry cordial.

Northern Lights Cocktail Put leftover cranberry sauce to use in this sparkling cocktail.

Ply & PinVelvet falernum pulls out the spice qualities in rye and bourbon, while tart cranberry brightens up the mix.

Vixen Punch This party-ready punch is the perfect crowd-friendly, mix-ahead punch for holiday gatherings.