Cranberry Rita
Elevate your cocktail game with the zesty and refreshing Cranberry Rita, a festive twist on the classic margarita that's perfect for holiday gatherings or any celebratory occasion. This gorgeous crimson cocktail combines the tartness of unsweetened cranberry juice with the bold kick of tequila, balanced by a splash of orange liqueur and freshly squeezed lime juice for a harmonious medley of flavors. Lightly sweetened with simple syrup or agave, this drink is effortlessly customizable to your taste preference. The salted rim adds a savory touch, while a garnish of fresh cranberries and a lime wedge completes its elegant presentation. Ready in just 5 minutes, the Cranberry Rita is as quick to make as it is to sip and enjoy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Cranberry juice (unsweetened)
- 2 ounces Tequila
- 1 ounce Orange liqueur (e.g., Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 1 ounce Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Simple syrup or agave syrup
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Coarse salt (for rimming glass)
- 4 pieces Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- 1 piece Lime wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by preparing your glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita or rocks glass to moisten it, then dip the rim into a plate of coarse salt to create a salted rim. Set the glass aside.
Fill a cocktail shaker with the cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and simple syrup or agave syrup.
Add ice cubes to the shaker, close it tightly, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice cubes.
Strain the shaken mixture into the glass over the ice.
Garnish the cocktail with a lime wedge and a few fresh cranberries for a festive touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cranberry Rita!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6610 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 3% | |
*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.
