Very Cranberry Margarita

Brighten up your cocktail repertoire with this zesty and refreshing Very Cranberry Margarita! This vibrant tequila cocktail combines the tartness of unsweetened cranberry juice with the zing of fresh lime juice and the citrusy sweetness of triple sec. Balanced with a touch of simple syrup, this margarita hits all the right flavor notes for a perfectly festive drink. The coarse salt rim adds a delightful contrast to each sip, while the optional garnish of fresh cranberries gives it an elegant, holiday-ready flair. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy cranberry margarita is ideal for everything from intimate gatherings to celebratory toasts. Whether you're hosting a party or craving a bold and fruity twist on a classic margarita, this cocktail is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 oz Tequila
1 oz Triple sec (orange liqueur)
2 oz Cranberry juice (unsweetened)
1 oz Fresh lime juice
0.5 oz Simple syrup (or agave syrup)
1 cup Ice cubes
2 tbsp Coarse salt
1 unit Lime wedge
5 units Fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare your glass by running a lime wedge along the rim. Dip the rim into a small plate with coarse salt to coat it evenly. Set aside.

Step 2

In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.

Step 3

Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

Step 4

Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice cubes, if desired.

Step 5

Strain the margarita mixture into the glass over the ice.

Step 6

Garnish with a lime wedge and a skewer of fresh cranberries, if using. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(475.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	291.1

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 13248.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 0.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 13.0mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 87.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.8%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 97.8%