Christmas Cranberry Margarita Recipe
Want a festive drink for your holiday party? Try this Christmas Cranberry Margarita Recipe! It's sweet, tangy, and perfectly festive.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Blender
- Measuring cup or jigger
- Small plate for rim sugar
- Margarita glasses
- Strainer
- Cutting board and knife
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila silver works best
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- ½ cup fresh cranberries
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- Sugar for rim red or white
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Take your margarita glass first.
- Rub a lime wedge around the rim.
- Dip the rim into sugar gently.
- Set the glass aside to dry.
- Add fresh cranberries to your blender.
- Pour in simple syrup for sweetness.
- Blend until completely smooth and pureed.
- Strain out any large chunks if needed.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add tequila, triple sec, and lime juice.
- Pour in cranberry juice and cranberry puree.
- Shake vigorously for 30 seconds until cold.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared glass.
- Add fresh ice if you prefer it.
- Drop in a few fresh cranberries.
- Add a lime wedge on the rim.
- Serve immediately while it's cold and fresh.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice, not bottled stuff.
- It makes a huge taste difference instantly.
- Adjust sweetness according to your personal preference.
- Some people like it more tart naturally.
- Freeze cranberries beforehand for extra chill factor.
- Make a big batch for parties ahead.
- Keep ingredients cold before mixing them together.
- Use quality tequila for the best flavor.
- Don't skip the sugared rim decoration step.