Simmering Cranberry and Cinnamon Potpourri
This simmering potpourri combines fresh cranberries and cinnamon sticks simmered in water to release warm, tangy, and spicy aromas. The ingredients create a vibrant, fragrant mixture that transforms a room with a cozy, seasonal scent, with the cranberries softening and bubbling gently as the aroma fills the space.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Stovetop
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries washed and drained
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks whole
- 4 cups water enough to cover ingredients
- optional additional spices or citrus slices for extra aroma
Instructions
- Pour the water into a medium saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add the fresh cranberries and cinnamon sticks to the hot water, watching as they sink and then begin to float slightly as they soften.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently, allowing the cranberries to burst and release their tangy aroma while the cinnamon infuses the water.
- Occasionally lift the lid slightly to release steam and observe the berries turning a soft, deep red color.
- Simmer for about 20 to 30 minutes, until the scent becomes warm and fragrant, and the cranberries are fully softened and bursting.
- Turn off the heat and remove the cinnamon sticks, allowing the mixture to cool slightly before serving or adding additional aromatics if desired.
- Enjoy the warm, inviting scent that fills your space, perfect for creating a cozy, seasonal atmosphere.
Notes
Adjust simmering time for stronger aroma. Add citrus slices or other spices for personalized scent layers.