Frosted Cranberry Margarita
A vibrant and refreshing holiday cocktail featuring tart cranberry juice, zesty lime, and a hint of sweetness, perfect for festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed ice
- 3 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 4 oz cranberry juice (100% juice)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Granulated sugar (for rimming the glass and garnishing)
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the sugar rim: Pour granulated sugar onto a small plate. Run a wedge of lime around the rim of your glass, then dip the rim into the sugar to coat. Set aside.
- Make the sugared cranberries: Dip fresh cranberries in simple syrup, then roll them in sugar. Let them dry for about 10 minutes until the sugar hardens.
- Blend the margarita: In a blender, combine 2 cups of crushed ice, 3 oz silver tequila, 1 oz orange liqueur, 4 oz cranberry juice, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1 oz simple syrup. Blend until smooth and frosty.
- Taste and adjust: Taste your margarita and adjust the sweetness by adding more simple syrup. If it’s too tart, a splash of orange juice can balance it out.
- Pour and garnish: Pour the frosted margarita into your prepared glass. Garnish with sugared cranberries and a sprig of mint for a festive flair.
Notes
[‘Use crushed ice for the best frosty texture.’, ‘Chill your glass in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before serving.’, ‘Fresh lime juice is essential for bright flavor.’, ‘Taste and adjust sweetness and tartness to suit your palate.’, ‘Sugared cranberries and mint sprigs elevate the presentation and flavor.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
Keywords: cranberry margarita, holiday cocktail, festive drink, tequila cocktail, frosted margarita