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A salt-rimmed glass filled with cranberry margarita and topped with fresh cranberries.

Cranberry Margarita

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
This Cranberry Margarita combines tequila, cranberry, and citrus for a refreshing winter cocktail, perfect for holiday celebrations!

Ingredients

For the Rim:

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt

For the Drink:

  • 4 ounces tequila
  • 6 ounces cranberry juice
  • 2 ounces orange liqueur, such as Triple Sec or Grand Marnier
  • 2 ounces fresh lime juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh cranberries, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for garnish

Instructions

  • Pour lime juice onto one small plate and kosher salt onto another. Dip the rim of a lowball glass into the lime juice, then into the salt, turning to coat. Repeat for the second glass and set aside.
  • In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, cranberry juice, orange liqueur, lime juice, and ice. Shake until thoroughly chilled.
  • Fill each prepared glass with ice, then strain the cranberry mixture evenly into both glasses. Garnish with fresh cranberries and lime wedges. Enjoy!