The Cranberry Cooler is a balanced bourbon cocktail that combines tart cranberry juice with fresh lime and simple syrup for a refreshing, citrus-forward drink. It's quick to make and requires only basic bar tools.
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Process all ingredients with 1 cup crushed ice in blender until
Pour into hurricane glass.
Mix ahead in a pitcher (no ice) for up to 4 hours; add ice and stir just before serving.
cocktail shaker · jigger or measuring spoon · bar strainer
Yes. Mix the bourbon, cranberry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup in a pitcher up to 4 hours ahead. Add ice and stir just before serving.
Shake all ingredients with ice for 10–15 seconds until the shaker frosts, then strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Fresh lime juice is preferred for brightness, but bottled will work in a pinch. Use slightly less, as bottled can taste more bitter.
Mid-range bourbon (80–90 proof) works well. Avoid over-proofed whiskeys, which can overpower the cranberry and lime balance.
Mix equal parts sugar and hot water, stir until dissolved, and cool before using. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.
