Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh cranberries
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla, or 1 vanilla bean split lengthwise
• 3 cups vodka
• 1 liter tonic
• Lime slices, for garnish

Directions

1. Combine cranberries and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the vanilla extract or split vanilla bean and cook, stirring, until the cranberries burst, 5-6 minutes.

2. Divide the cranberry mixture between 2 large mason jars. Divide the vodka between jars. Cover and refrigerate for 1 week. Strain out the cranberries. Store the flavored vodka in a clean jar in the refrigerator.

3. For each drink, pour 2 oz of cranberry vodka over ice in a tall glass. Top with tonic and garnish with a lime slice.

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