Festive Cranberry Margarita Recipe
This cranberry margarita is the perfect festive cocktail for the holiday season! Sweet, tart, and delicious, it’s easy to make with just 4 ingredients.
Introduction
Cranberry margaritas are an excellent way to celebrate the holiday season. This 4-ingredient cocktail combines everything you love about a classic margarita, but with a seasonal twist. Bright, flavorful, and visually stunning, it’s perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s gatherings.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cranberry juice | 2 ounces | 100% juice, unsweetened |
| Blanco tequila | 1 ounce | Choose your favorite brand |
| Orange liqueur (like Cointreau) | 1 ounce | Grand Marnier or triple sec are also good options |
| Fresh lime juice | ½ ounce | Squeeze it freshly |
| Fresh cranberries | For garnish | |
| Rosemary | For garnish | Optional |
| Coarse salt | For rim | Optional |
| Ice | As needed |
How to Make a Cranberry Margarita
Follow these simple steps to create a refreshing cranberry margarita:
- Prepare the glass: Optionally salt the rim by rubbing a lime wedge around it and dipping it in coarse salt. Fill the glass with ice.
- Mix the ingredients: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice. Shake well until chilled.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into your prepared glass. Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary. Enjoy!
Feel free to adjust the balance of flavors to your liking; add more lime juice for tanginess or more tequila for a stronger drink.
Cranberry Margarita Garnishes
Add a festive touch by garnishing your margarita with:
- Fresh cranberries
- Rosemary sprigs
- Lime wheels or wedges
These simple additions enhance both the appearance and flavor of your cocktail.
More Festive Cocktails to Try
If you love this cranberry margarita, consider trying these other festive cocktails:
- Pomegranate Mule
- Spicy Apple Cider Margarita
- Cranberry Mojito
Nutrition Facts
Here’s a quick overview of the nutrition information per serving:
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 183 |
| Fat | 0.2g |
| Sodium | 4mg |
| Potassium | 69mg |
| Carbohydrates | 17g |
| Sugar | 16g |
| Protein | 0.3g |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.