Lori Taylor is the Founder & CEO of The Produce Moms. For ten years she sold fresh produce to over 300 grocery stores throughout the United States, and today she is fully focused on working with the produce supply chain, media, and government to increase fresh produce access & consumption in the US and around the globe.
his year, in addition to beer or wine, why not serve a signature cocktail at your holiday gatherings? Cran-Orange Gin-Gin Mules will be a welcomed addition. They’re as yummy as they are fun.
Cranberry Simple Syrup – 1 bag fresh cranberries – 1 cup sugar – 1 cup water Cocktail – 4 ounces cranberry simple syrup – 2 clementine orange wedges – 4 ounces gin *choose a gin with a strong juniper flavor – 4 ounces ginger beer – 6 leaves mint Garnish – 2 springs mint – orange peel
Step 1 To make the cranberry simple syrup, bring water, sugar, and cranberries to a boil in a small saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Step 2 Muddle orange wedges and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker. Add 4 ounces of the cranberry simple syrup and gin. Shake for 20 seconds.
Step 3 Pour mixture into two ice-filled high ball glasses. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with orange peel and mint sprigs.