• Step 1

  Make shrub: In a 4-quart saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, vinegar, and lime zest with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil on MED-HIGH. Reduce heat to LOW. Cover; simmer about 20 min, until cranberries are completely broken down. Let cool 30-60 min.

• Step 2

  Place cranberry mixture in blender in batches; puree until smooth. Strain mixture over a large bowl, pressing firmly on solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Skim off foam. Chill until ready to use. (Makes enough for about 18 drinks.)

• Step 3

  For each drink: Combine 1.5 oz (3 Tbsp) of chilled shrub with 1.5 oz vodka, ice cubes and shake. Pour in glass; top up with sparkling wine. Do not stir. Garnish with lime twist or wedge.

• Shrub mix can be stored in a jar in your refrigerator for up to two months. • Reserve green part of lime peel for garnish, if desired.

Note: When servings & ingredients are modified, nutrition & directions may vary.