Cranberry Christmas Margaritas
Cranberry Christmas Margaritas are the perfect festive cocktail to brighten your holiday gatherings. With their vibrant red color and refreshing blend of tart cranberry juice, zesty lime, and smooth tequila, these margaritas are sure to impress your guests. Ideal for sipping by the fire or at lively parties, they’re easy to make and beautifully garnished, adding a touch of holiday cheer to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4 (approx. 4 margaritas) 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Cocktail
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup 100% pure cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup blanco tequila
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: cranberry juice, lime juice, tequila, orange liqueur, simple syrup, and ice.
- Prepare festive glasses by rimming with lime juice and dipping in salt or sugar.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine cranberry juice, lime juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and simple syrup. Shake until well mixed and chilled.
- Strain into prepared glasses over fresh ice.
- Garnish with lime wedges or fresh cranberries for a festive touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg