Cloudberry brandy cocktail served in a coupe glass, garnished with a cinnamon stick, styled with warm autumn textiles and dried botanicals.

This Cloudberry Brandy Cocktail is a smooth, fruit-forward drink made with brandy, orange liqueur, and cloudberry jam. Gently sweet, lightly tart, and beautifully aromatic, it’s an elegant cocktail that highlights the unique flavour of cloudberries in a simple, refined way.

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Hey, folks — if you enjoy cocktails that feel a little special without being complicated, this one is worth a try. Cloudberry jam brings a distinctive fruity depth, while brandy and orange liqueur keep everything balanced and smooth. It’s easy to make and perfect for both relaxed evenings and festive gatherings. So, let’s dive into this Cloudberry Brandy Cocktail.

What Are Cloudberries?

Cloudberries (Rubus chamaemorus) are a flowering plant in the rose family that produce distinctive amber- to apricot-coloured berries. In shape, they resemble blackberries or raspberries—especially yellow raspberries—but their flavour is entirely their own.

Cloudberries are lightly tart and earthy, balanced by natural sweetness with notes often compared to honey and ripe apricot. Some people also detect a subtle floral aroma, sometimes likened to heather.

You may also know cloudberries by other names, including Nordic berry, knotberry, or bakeapple. If you live in Newfoundland or parts of Atlantic Canada, the name bakeapple will likely sound very familiar.

Cloudberries are native to the Northern Hemisphere and grow wild in cooler climates. They are especially common across Nordic countries such as Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Greenland, as well as northern regions of Russia, Canada (including Newfoundland and Labrador and parts of Quebec), and the United States. In fact, if you live in northern Minnesota, New Hampshire, or Maine, you might even come across wild cloudberries in season.

Despite their wide geographic range, cloudberries are rare and highly prized. They are not commercially cultivated and must be foraged by hand, which makes them expensive and difficult to find fresh outside of Scandinavia. For most of us, cloudberry jam is the most accessible way to enjoy their unique flavour—conveniently available in specialty shops and, yes, even at IKEA.

Why You’ll Love This Cloudberry Brandy Cocktail

Distinctive flavour: Cloudberry jam adds a unique, gently tart fruit note.
Smooth and balanced: Brandy and orange liqueur work beautifully together.
Elegant but easy: A refined cocktail with minimal effort.
Versatile base: Easily adapted with different spirits if needed.
Perfect for entertaining: Simple ingredients with a polished result.

Flavour Profile

This cocktail is smooth and lightly syrupy, with bright citrus notes from the orange liqueur and a soft, rounded sweetness from cloudberry jam. The brandy provides warmth and structure, while optional soda or water can lighten the texture for a more refreshing finish.

Ingredients You’ll Need for This Cloudberry Brandy Cocktail

This Cloudberry Brandy Cocktail relies on a short list of impactful ingredients.

Brandy: Adds warmth and depth; vodka, light rum, or gin can be used as alternatives.
Orange liqueur: Brings citrus sweetness and aromatic lift.
Cloudberry jam: The star ingredient, providing fruity sweetness and gentle tartness.
Ice cubes: Essential for chilling and dilution.
Water or soda: Optional, for a lighter, longer drink.

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I hope you like this Cloudberry Brandy Cocktail, and you will try it soon. If you make it, please let me know in the comment section of this post or send me an Instagram message or share your photos by adding the hashtag #havocinthekitchen.

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