Cranberry Margarita for the Holidays

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Last Updated on 2020-10-22 by Linda

Welcome to 2019, wow that feels weird to type. Ya’ll know I am poolside and most likely we have had a Margarita or two or even three.  Just to let you know I still love ya all I decided to share a holiday treat.  How about a Cranberry Margarita for the Holiday Season?  Sound like a plan? The perfect way to start the 2019 Blog year with a fresh cocktail and a day in the sun.

Festive Cranberry Margaritas

 Traditionally, margaritas are considered a warm weather drink, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy this delicious and popular cocktail all year long! This holiday-friendly version lends a festive twist with its bright splash of color and a fun, seasonal garnish.

 What you need for a Festive Cranberry Margarita

The ingredients are pretty basic:

3 oz. tequila
2 oz. Cointreau (or other orange liqueur)
2 oz. cranberry juice
3 T. fresh lime juice

Garnish:

rosemary sprigs,
cranberries
fresh lime wedges

How you Mix a Margarita 

1)To make cranberry sprig garnish, carefully thread 3  cranberries onto tough rosemary stems. Set aside.

2)Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add tequila, Cointreau, and both juices.

3)Shake well and strain into ice-filled glasses.

4)Garnish with rosemary sprigs and lime wedges, if desired. Serve immediately.

Check out the Pomengranate Cocktail, A Fun Eggnog Cocktail or maybe aCinnamon Cumin Specialty.

Festive Cranberry Margaritas

Traditionally, margaritas are considered a warm weather drink, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy this delicious and popular cocktail all year long! This holiday-friendly version lends a festive twist with its bright splash of color and a fun, seasonal garnish.

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Cranberry, Cranberry Margarita, Margarita

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 1

Author: lindaandkent1@gmail.com

Ingredients

• 3 oz. tequila
• 2 oz. Cointreau or other orange liqueur
• 2 oz. cranberry juice
• 3 T. fresh lime juice

Garnish:

• rosemary sprigs bottom leaves removed, approximately 2-3” long
• cranberries
• lime wedges

Instructions

• To make cranberry sprig garnish, carefully thread 3 fresh cranberries onto tough rosemary stems. Set aside.
• Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add tequila, Cointreau, and both juices. Shake well and strain into ice-filled glasses. Garnish with rosemary sprigs and lime wedges, if desired. Serve immediately

Nutrition Facts

Festive Cranberry Margaritas

Amount Per Serving (1 Servings)

Calories 0

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Servings

Have you tried this recipe? I would love to see the resultsMention @alabouroflife or tag #alabouroffood!

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