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    Cranberry Margarita

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    This cranberry margarita takes only 5 minutes to make and needs only 4 ingredients cranberry juice, tequila, triple sec, and lemon juice.

    Two glasses of cranberry margarita on a table.
    Festive Cocktail for the Holidays with Cranberry
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    A long time ago (20 years ago) I used to be a flight attendant and back them knowing the names and concoctions of cocktails was a must for my profession. While I loved making them for passengers I also developed a few tricks of my own. I loved exploring new drinks and creating new combinations.

    Christmas is almost here and I'm ready for my drink. There are two drinks I love around Christmas time - one is my eggnogs which I make in many flavors and the other is this margarita. It is beautiful and so Christmasy. The salted rim glasses remind me of snow and Santa.

    A bowl of cranberries.
    Festive Cocktail for the Holidays with Cranberry

    Ingredients and substitutes

    • Cranberry Juice - I highly recommend 100% cranberry juice not concentrate. There is a huge difference.
    • Tequila - I suggest using a high-quality Blanco or silver tequila. It's made from the blue-agave plant so make sure it says 100% agave.
    • Triple sec - This is an orange-flavored liquor and works beautifully with cranberries. If you don't have triple-sec you can also use Cointreau.
    • Lime or lemon juice - always fresh no concentrate, please. You will know the difference.

    Step by step instructions

    • Rub a lime wedge around the rip of a cocktail glass and dip it in salt. Set aside
    • In a cocktail shaker or mason jar combine together tequila, triple sec, and lemon juice – top with ice – drain and discard ice.
    • Add the cranberry juice.
    • Pour into individual glasses,
    • Garnish with a slice of lime and some sugar-coated cranberries.
    • I put some mini cranberries on a cocktail stick and place them in each glass
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    Festive Cocktail for the Holidays with Cranberry - Cranberry Margarita

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    Two glasses of cranberry margarita on a table.

    Cranberry Margarita

    Author: Veena Azmanov
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    Prep Time: 3 mins
    Total Time: 3 mins
    Calories: 308kcal
    Adjust Servings Here: 4 drinks

    Description

    Did you know that cranberry juice mixed with a little alcohol makes such a wonderful combination together? This cranberry margarita needs only 4 ingredients but a few of these around can help bring your party to life.

    Conversions Used

    1 lb = 453 grams, 1 cup = 240 ml, 1 stick = 113g, 1 tbsp= 15 ml, 1 tsp= 5 ml,

    Ingredients 

    • 2 cups (500 ml) Cranberry juice
    • 1 cup (250 ml) Lemon Juice
    • 1 cup (250 ml) Tequila
    • ½ cup (120 ml) Triple sec
    • 4 Lime wedges (for garnish)
    • 8 Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
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    Instructions

    • Rub a lime wedge around the rip of a cocktail glass and dip it in salt. Set aside
    • In a cocktail shaker or mason jar combine together tequila, triple sec, and lemon juice – top with ice – drain and discard ice.
    • Add the cranberry juice.
    • Pour into individual glasses,
    • Garnish with a slice of lime and some sugar-coated cranberries.
    • I put some mini cranberries on a cocktail stick and place them in each glass

    Recipe Notes & Tips

     
    • Time permitting make fresh cranberry juice - combine 1 lb fresh cranberries with 1 cup of sugar and leave to macerate in the fridge for up to 3 days. The sugar does a great job of breaking down the fruit. Blend the juice with some water and strain through a sieve. A cocktail made with this fresh juice is delish.
    • Prepare the liquor ahead of time - Combine the alcohol ahead of time (without ice) and leave it in the fridge to chill. Then add 2 oz of the mixture to a cocktail glass and top with cranberry juice. Alternatively, place it in a large jug and top with cranberry juice.
    • If you don't like cranberry juice substitute half the juice with orange juice. The color will be cloudy but still pretty.
    • If you don't like cranberry juice. Apple and orange juice is a great combination.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 308- kcalCarbohydrates: 29- gProtein: 1- gFat: 1- gSaturated Fat: 1- gSodium: 6- mgPotassium: 170- mgFiber: 1- gSugar: 26- gVitamin A: 56- IUVitamin C: 36- mgCalcium: 14- mgIron: 1- mg

    The nutrition information and metric conversion are calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee its accuracy. If this data is important to you please verify with your trusted nutrition calculator. Thank you

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    Veena is the author of three blogs - Veena Azmanov, Cake Decorating Tutorials, and East Indian Recipes.
    She writes about cooking, baking, desserts, and cake decorating. Being a professional cake decorator and food blogger for over ten years she has been featured in many online magazines and publications around the world. On her blogs, you will find delicious, easy and practical recipes often with instructional videos and tutorials for the home cook.

     

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    1. Emily Liao

      5 stars
      Cranberry margaritas are the best to serve over the holidays! Can't wait to try this version.

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      • Veena Azmanov

        Absolutely!! This is the perfect season for them

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    2. Anita

      5 stars
      We love this. The cranberries and triple sec pairs really nicely. Not a big surprise since I also always cook my cranberry sauce with orange zest and orange juice. 🙂 This drink is super pretty too, and will be perfect for Christmas party.

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      • Veena Azmanov

        Absolutely, Anita. You will love this one

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    3. Denisse Salinas

      5 stars
      I love me a good cranberry cocktail and this one looks perfect - not too sweet!

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      • Veena Azmanov

        I hear you, Denisse. I love good cocktails and this one is high up on my list

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    4. Beth

      5 stars
      These are so festive! I can't wait them for my dinner party!

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      • Veena Azmanov

        Thanks, Beth. Cheers

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    5. Jen

      5 stars
      Cheers to it being Friday! I’m going celebrate with this gorgeous drink. Love cranberry.

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      • Veena Azmanov

        Thanks, Jen. Let me know how you like it.

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