Cranberry-Rosemary Vinegar

Cranberry-Rosemary Vinegar

I am always looking for more ways to use cranberries. I have made relish and frozen some, baked with others  and will make jam next week. I also preserve some by using berries to flavor vinegar. By adding rosemary the end result is a great tasting vinegar that is perfect for winter salads. It is also a lovely gift.

All you need are bottles with corks or screw top lids. If using corks be sure they are food grade. You’ll also need cranberries, bamboo skewers, fresh rosemary and vinegar- 5% acidity. I use red wine vinegar. Other vinegars will work, too. If you use white vinegar or cider vinegar they will pick up color from the berries.

Make sure the skewers will fit in the bottles. Cut them down to fit, if needed. Skewer the berries on the skewers leaving a little room on the top. Place a few sprigs of rosemary in each bottle and then add the berry filled skewers. Pour in the vinegar, leaving a little room for the cork. Sometimes you need to add a little more vinegar the next day as some will absorb into the skewers.  I make decorative labels and give them as gifts. Ready to use in a week.