Easy Cranberry Margarita
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4.7
Easy Cranberry Margarita
Description
This cocktail features the sharpness of cranberry juice combined with the smooth bite of blanco tequila and the citrus sweetness of triple sec, balanced by fresh lime juice. Rimmed with kosher salt, the glass adds a savory counterpoint to the tart and citrusy components. The drink is shaken and strained over ice for a chilled, crisp presentation.
Garnishes such as cranberries and rosemary are optional but provide a seasonal look and subtle herbaceous aroma. The straightforward preparation works well without specialized equipment, as stirring can substitute for shaking if needed. This margarita is well-suited for casual social settings or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- kosher salt for rimming glass
- ice
- 4.5 ounces cranberry juice (3 shots from standard size shot glass), or more to taste
- 1.5 ounces blanco tequila (1 shot from standard size shot glass)
- 1 ounce triple sec (2/3 shot from standard size shot glass)
- 1/2 lime
- Cranberry for garnish *optional, fresh, rosemary in sprigs
- rosemary for garnish *optional, fresh, rosemary in sprigs
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a glass and dip in salt. Fill the glass with ice.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add cranberry juice, tequila, triple sec and the juice of half a lime. Shake to combine.
- Strain the cocktail over the prepared glass and garnish with fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs.
Notes
- If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, use a large glass and stir ingredients thoroughly with a spoon.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1drink
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1drink | |
| Calories | 242kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Sodium | 23mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 85mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 13.2mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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