Candied Cranberry Whiskey Smash

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​Cranberries are a great way to add some fruit flavors to a winter cocktail. This delightful drink calls for rye whiskey, mint leaves, lime juice, candied cranberries and cranberry simple syrup. 

And don't worry, we'll give you all the instructions for the candied cranberries and cranberry simple syrup too!

Cocktail Ingredients:

• 1.5oz Boundary Street Rye Whiskey OR Bourbon
• 0.5oz cranberry simple syrup (recipe below)
• 0.5oz lime juice
• 1/4cup candied cranberries (recipe below)
• 3 mint leaves
• ginger beer, to taste

Cocktail Directions:
Combine candied cranberries, syrup, lime juice and mint leaves in the bottom of a rocks glass. Muddle to crush the berries until juices are released. Add the rye whiskey, ice cubes and top with ginger beer to taste. Garnish with whole candied cranberries rolled in sugar.

Candied Cranberries & Simple Syrup

1. Bring one cup sugar and one cup water to a simmer over medium high heat. Add cranberries and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until berries are softened but still have their shape.
2. Remove berries with slotted spoon and spread on parchment paper. Chill in fridge for 30 minutes.
3. Continue heating syrup for 5 minutes, bring to a boil and allow to thicken.
4. Remove from heat. Allow to cool. Once cooled, pour syrup into an airtight container and keep in the fridge for 2-3 weeks.