Cranberry Vodka Tonics

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

1. Combine the cranberries and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the vanilla extract or split vanilla bean and cook, stirring, until the cranberries burst, 5 to 6 minutes.
3. Divide the cranberry mixture between 2 large mason jars.
4. Divide the vodka between the jars.
5. Cover and refrigerate for 1 week.
6. Strain out the cranberries.
7. Store the flavored vodka in a clean jar in the refrigerator.
8. For each drink, pour 2 ounces cranberry vodka over ice in a tall glass; top with tonic.
9. Garnish with a slice of lime.
10. Photograph by James Wojcik

cranberries, sugar, vanilla, vodka

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/michael-chiarello/cranberry-vodka-tonics-recipe.html (may not work)