Bon Appetit Cranberry Margaritas
Elevate your cocktail game with these vibrant and tangy Bon Appetit Cranberry Margaritas—a festive twist on the classic margarita. Crafted with unsweetened cranberry juice, smooth tequila, and a splash of zesty orange liqueur, this cocktail boasts a perfect balance of tart, citrusy, and subtly sweet flavors. Fresh lime juice brightens the mix, while optional simple syrup allows you to tailor the sweetness to your liking. Serve these margaritas in glasses rimmed with coarse salt or sugar for added texture and flair, and garnish with fresh cranberries and lime slices for a stunning presentation. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for holiday celebrations, summer gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a fun and refreshing drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Cranberry juice (unsweetened)
- 1 cup Tequila
- 0.5 cup Orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 0.5 cup Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Simple syrup (optional, to taste)
- 3 cups Ice cubes
- 0.25 cup Coarse salt or sugar (for rimming glasses)
- 12 pieces Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- 4 slices Lime slices (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large cocktail shaker or pitcher, combine cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and fresh lime juice.
Taste the mixture and add simple syrup if desired for additional sweetness. Stir well to combine.
Spread coarse salt or sugar onto a small plate. Moisten the rim of each serving glass with a lime slice, then dip the rim into the salt or sugar to coat evenly.
Fill each rimmed glass with ice cubes, leaving enough space at the top for the margarita mixture.
Pour the cranberry margarita mixture into the prepared glasses over the ice, dividing evenly between the glasses.
Garnish each glass with a few fresh cranberries and a lime slice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your festive Bon Appetit Cranberry Margaritas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1240 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 23085 mg | 1004% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.0 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 427 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
