Keep a jar of cranberry simple syrup in your fridge during the holiday season for fantastic last-minute cocktails.

(And theres no need to thaw them before preparing the syrup.)

What Is Simple Syrup?

Southern Living Vodka Cranberry adding the cranberry juice

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For this reason, it’s often used as a sweetener for cocktails, beverages, and desserts.

It can even be used as a syrupy topping for breakfast dishes.

Store the prepared syrup in an airtight container or sealed jar for up to two weeks.

it’s possible for you to even opt for a jar with a spout lid for easy pouring.

Bring to a simmer over high, stirring occasionally.

Mashing cranberries with a wooden spoon, cook 3 minutes.

Remove from heat, and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.

Transfer Cranberry Simple Syrup to a jar or resealable container.

Store, covered, in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.