Cranberry Vodka

Here is another drink recipe inspired by that tart little fruit, that is sure to be a hit at your New Year's party.

Cranberry Vodka
(1992 Fresh Recipe Contest Entry)

5 cups of fresh or frozen whole Cranberries
Rind of 2 Oranges, cut into strips
2 1/4 cups Water
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 cups Vodka

Combine the cranberries, orange rind, water and sugar in a large heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring often to dissolve the sugar. Cool completely. Mix in the vodka. Cover the cranberry mixture and let stand for 2 days at room temperature. Strain cranberry mixture through a sieve. Fill glasses with ice and cranberry vodka and serve. This mixture will keep one month - be sure to refrigerate.

Yield: 5 cups