Drunken Cranberry Sauce

Elevate your holiday table with this luscious Drunken Cranberry Sauce, a boozy twist on the classic Thanksgiving staple that's guaranteed to impress. Bursting with the tangy sweetness of fresh cranberries, this recipe takes a bold turn with a splash of orange liqueur, adding depth and a sophisticated citrus kick. Simmered with a fragrant blend of orange juice, zest, cinnamon, and cloves, it delivers a symphony of festive flavors in just 15 minutes of cooking time. Perfectly balanced with a touch of sugar and a pinch of salt, this versatile sauce thickens beautifully as it cools and pairs effortlessly with roast turkey, ham, or even a cheese board. Make it ahead for stress-free entertaining—it stores well in the fridge for up to a week and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Whether you're hosting a holiday feast or looking to impress dinner party guests, this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe will be the star of your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Orange juice
• 0.25 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.125 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort through the cranberries, discarding any that are soft or damaged.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, orange juice, water, orange zest, cinnamon stick, ground cloves, and salt.

Step 3

Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 4

Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce begins to thicken.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick.

Step 7

Stir in the orange liqueur and let the sauce cool to room temperature.

Step 8

Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or airtight container. It will thicken further as it cools.

Step 9

Store in the refrigerator for up to a week and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(713.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	901.2

Total Fat 1.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 305.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 185.8g
Protein 2.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74.7mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 526.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.0%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 97.9%