Hot Cranberry Gin Drink
6 servings
15 minutes
Hot cranberry drink with gin is a refined blend of tart cranberry, spicy ginger, and aromatic thyme, complemented by a warming note of gin. This drink has roots in Russian cuisine where cranberry is traditionally used in infusions and morsels, and ginger is valued for its warming properties. Its flavor is rich and layered with a slight tartness and spicy undertones. It’s perfect for winter evenings, holidays, and cozy gatherings with loved ones. The herbal and citrus notes of gin add subtle elegance to the drink while its deep red color makes it an eye-catching addition to any table setting. It can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge to enjoy its rich taste and aroma at any time.
1
Let's start making our drink. We mix fresh or thawed cranberries with sugar and blend them.
- Cranberry: 300 g
- Sugar: 100 g
2
Boil two liters of water and pour in the cranberries, leaving about 100 milliliters of boiling water. Stir actively and let it sit for 10 minutes. Strain through a sieve into a pitcher or another suitable container, adding fresh or dried thyme sprigs to steep.
- Water: 2 l
- Cranberry: 300 g
- Thyme: 3 stems
3
Now ginger. Peel a fresh root about 3-4 centimeters long and grate it. Squeeze the juice from the ginger through a sieve or cheesecloth into the cranberry juice, then pour the ginger pulp with the remaining boiling water and strain it into the drink.
- Ginger root: 1 piece
- Water: 2 l
4
Everything is ready, you can add gin to taste and start celebrating! The drink can be made in any quantity and stored in the fridge.
- Gin: to taste