Vibrant Tangy Cranberry Juice (Printable)
A tangy and refreshing cranberry juice made with fresh cranberries and a touch of sweetness.
# What You'll Need:
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01 - 1.1 lbs fresh or frozen cranberries
02 - 4.2 cups water
03 - 7 to 10.5 tbsp granulated sugar, adjust to taste
04 - 2 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Rinse the cranberries thoroughly under cold water.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
03 - Reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, until cranberries burst and soften.
04 - Remove from heat. Using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth, strain the mixture into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing to extract as much juice as possible. Discard solids.
05 - Stir in sugar while juice is still warm, mixing until dissolved. Add lemon juice if desired.
06 - Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- This juice tastes like a burst of fresh cranberries you picked yourself, offering a vibrant tang that feels like a refreshing hug in a glass
- It's so simple and quick, perfect for those moments when you want something homemade without fuss but with real flavor
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- Don’t skip the straining step; pressing the berries is how you get that full-bodied juice and avoid bitterness
- Adding cinnamon stick or orange peel while simmering adds warm notes that surprise and delight
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- For the richest flavor, simmer just enough to soften berries without overcooking and dulling brightness
- Pressing berries through a fine sieve instead of cheesecloth gets you more juice and less pulp