Cranberry Margarita Recipe
Written by Savor the vibrant flavors of our simple Cranberry Margarita recipe. Tequila, cranberry juice, lime juice, and triple sec combine to create this pure delight.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 165
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Tequila
- ½ oz Triple Sec
- ½ oz lime juice
- 1½ oz cranberry juice
- Ice cubes
- Lime wheel and fresh cranberries - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Margarita Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer
Instructions
- Chill your margarita glass.
- Pour ½ oz lime juice in the shaker.
- Add 1½ oz cranberry juice.
- Follow with ½ oz Triple Sec.
- Finish with 1½ oz Tequila.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake it all together vigorously.
- Strain the mixture into your margarita glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and fresh cranberries.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Tequila: If you're out of Tequila, use vodka as a substitute. It won't have the same flavor profile but will still make a tasty drink.
- Triple sec: use Cointreau or Grand Marnier as substitutes, but keep in mind that they may have a slight variation in taste compared to Triple Sec.
- Lime Juice: In a pinch, lemon juice can be used instead of lime juice. It will give the drink a different twist but still provide that necessary citrus kick.
- Cranberry Juice: Pomegranate juice could be used as an alternative to cranberry juice. It has a similar tartness and color.
Making a Pitcher of Cranberry Margarita:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of Tequila, 4 oz of Triple Sec, 4 oz of lime juice, and 12 oz of cranberry juice.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and cranberry juice. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled margarita glasses, garnish with a lime wheel and fresh cranberries, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic Tequila's flavor.
- Cointreau Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic orange liqueur or a simple syrup infused with orange peel.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.