The Cherry Whiskey Cranberry Cocktail blends blended whiskey with cherry-flavored brandy and cranberry juice for a tart-sweet drink with balanced warmth. The cranberry provides tartness that cuts through the sweetness of the cherry brandy.
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Shake with ice and strain into old-fashioned glass over ice.
Cocktails are served fresh. Pre-batch the whiskey, brandy, and juice in a pitcher up to 4 hours ahead; add ice and serve individually.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · jigger for measuring
Yes. Substitute with cherry liqueur, maraschino liqueur, or cherry schnapps (1:1 ratio). The flavor will shift slightly but remains balanced with the cranberry.
Any blended whiskey works. Choose mid-range blended whiskey for smoothness without overpowering the cherry and cranberry flavors.
Serve cold over ice. The recipe proportions assume a chilled serve; adjust ice amounts based on preference for dilution.
Yes. Multiply ingredients by the number of servings, mix in a pitcher, and chill. Add ice to individual glasses to prevent over-dilution.
Use unsweetened or 100% cranberry juice for tartness. Sweetened blends work but will make the drink overly sweet.
