Cranberry Cordial

Directions

1. 1
   In a large saucepan, bring sugar and 1 1/2 cups water to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves.
2. 2
   Place cranberries in a food processor and pulse until they are broken up.
3. 3
   Add cranberries, vodka and citrus zest (if using) to the sugar syrup in the pot.
4. 4
   Stir well, then transfer to a large jar or two, cover and shake well.
5. 5
   Shake the mixture every day for 2 weeks.
6. 6
   At this point, you can either strain the mixture into smaller bottles for gift giving, or continue to infuse the spirit in the large jar.
7. 7
   It will keep for up to 2 months.