Frosty Cranberry Margarita

This Frosty Cranberry Margarita is a delightful and easy-to-make Christmas cocktail that will bring festive cheer to any gathering. The combination of tart cranberry, zesty lime, and smooth tequila creates a refreshing and vibrant drink perfect for holiday celebrations.

Frosty Cranberry Margarita

A festive and easy Christmas cocktail made with cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and fresh lime juice.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/8 cup kosher salt (optional, for rimming the glass)
  • 1/8 cup granulated sugar (optional, for rimming the glass)
  • 1/4 cup frozen cranberries
  • 2 ounces good quality tequila (such as Casa Noble)
  • 2 ounces good quality orange liqueur (such as Cointreau)
  • 3 ounces cranberry juice cocktail
  • 3/4 - 1 ounce fresh squeezed lime juice (plus lime wedge for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Mix the salt and sugar in a small bowl and spread it on a plate.
  2. Rim the serving glass by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it in the salt-sugar mix.
  3. Fill the glass with ice and add the frozen cranberries.
  4. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the tequila, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and lime juice. Shake well.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared glass.
  6. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.