Festive Cranberry Christmas Margarita

This Festive Cranberry Christmas Margarita is a delightful cocktail that captures the holiday spirit. With a perfect balance of tequila, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, and Cointreau, this Christmas Margarita is a refreshing and festive choice for your holiday celebrations. Whether you're hosting a party or cozying up by the fireplace, this cranberry-infused margarita is a delightful addition to your festive repertoire.

Festive Cranberry Christmas Margarita

A delightful and festive Christmas Margarita featuring tequila, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, and Cointreau.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • Ice
  • 2 ounces tequila
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1 1/2 ounces pure unsweetened cranberry juice
  • 1/2 ounce Cointreau (or other orange liqueur)
  • 1 tablespoon simple syrup
  • Coarse salt or sugar (for rim)
  • Lime slice (for garnish)
  • Cranberries (for garnish)
  • Fresh mint (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker about halfway with ice.
  2. Pour in the tequila, lime juice, cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup. Shake until cold, about 15 seconds.
  3. Add simple syrup to a small plate and salt or sugar to a separate plate. Dip the rim of the glass in the syrup, then in the salt or sugar.
  4. Add ice to the glass and strain the drink into the prepared margarita glass.
  5. Garnish with a slice of lime, cranberries, and a sprig of fresh mint.