Cranberry Margarita
Ignite your taste buds with this vibrant Cranberry Margarita, where the tartness of fresh cranberries meets the smooth richness of tequila. Perfect for any gathering, this cocktail adds a festive flair and is incredibly easy to whip up. Its stunning ruby hue and refreshing flavor make it an instant crowd-pleaser. Garnish with lime wedges or fresh cranberries for an elegant touch, whether you’re enjoying a cozy evening at home or hosting friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 4 oz 100% agave tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup (1 cup sugar + 1 cup water)
- Crushed ice
Instructions
- Prepare simple syrup by dissolving 1 cup sugar in 1 cup water over medium heat. Cool before use.
- Blend 2 cups fresh cranberries with 0.5 cups water until smooth.
- Strain the cranberry mixture into a bowl or pitcher to remove skins and seeds.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine strained cranberry juice, 4 oz tequila, 1 oz lime juice, and 1 oz simple syrup. Shake well for about 10 seconds.
- Serve over crushed ice in margarita glasses, garnishing with lime wedges or fresh cranberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita (240ml)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg