Cranberry Margaritas
Shake up the holiday spirit with these vibrant and refreshing Cranberry Margaritas, a festive twist on the classic cocktail that’s perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in. Made with a harmonious blend of tart cranberry juice, smooth silver tequila, zesty orange liqueur, and freshly squeezed lime juice, this cocktail is sweetened just right with a touch of simple syrup. The salted rim adds a delightful, savory contrast, while fresh cranberries and lime wedges provide an eye-catching garnish that will elevate your presentation. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make cocktail is ideal for entertaining a crowd or enjoying a seasonal drink at home. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or toasting to any special occasion, these cranberry margaritas are guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1 cup silver tequila
- 0.5 cup orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 0.5 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coarse salt
- 0.25 cup fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
- 2 lime wedges (for rimming and garnish)
- 3 cups ice cubes
Instructions
Prepare the glasses by running a lime wedge around the rim of each glass. Dip the rim into a small plate of coarse salt to coat. Set aside.
In a large cocktail shaker or pitcher, combine the cranberry juice, silver tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
Fill the shaker or pitcher with 2 cups of ice cubes and shake (or stir if using a pitcher) until the mixture is well chilled.
Fill the prepared glasses with the remaining 1 cup of ice cubes.
Strain the margarita mixture into the glasses, dividing it evenly among them.
Garnish each glass with a few fresh cranberries and a lime wedge, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 13266 mg | 577% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.7 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 367 mg | 8% | |
*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.
