Cranberry Margarita: A Holiday Tequila Cocktail
In a glass, add the tequila, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and lime juice and stir well. Serve over ice in the prepared glasses. Garnish with fresh cranberries and lime wedges, if desired. Time to drink!
Celebrating Christmas or another holiday? This easy Cranberry Margarita recipe is bursting with autumn flavours. The tartness of the cranberries complements the tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, creating an exceptionally festive cocktail perfect for any holiday occasion.
Cranberry Margaritas are refreshing in the heat, but the cranberries also remind us that winter is just around the corner. We love this Cranberry Margarita recipe because it’s simple to prepare, and all the ingredients are easy to find.
It’s happy hour somewhere, so let’s whip up some Cranberry Margaritas!
Ingredients to Prepare this Tequila Cranberry Cocktail
Add a tart twist to your usual Margarita by incorporating cranberries. All you need is some fresh fruit and a splash of lime juice!
Here are the ingredients for a Cranberry Margarita:
- 1 ½ cups 100% cranberry juice
- ¾ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¾ cup Altos Tequila Reposado or Añejo
- ½ cup orange-flavoured liqueur, such as Triple Sec
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries and lime wedges
- Salt or sugar for rimming
How to Make a Cranberry Margarita
You have two options for making this refreshing Cranberry Margarita: stir the ingredients until thoroughly mixed, or shake with ice until fully chilled. Both methods are easy and will take no more than five minutes to prepare.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the tequila, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and lime juice, then stir well.
- Serve over ice in the prepared glasses.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and lime wedges, if you fancy. Time to enjoy!
Alternatively, combine all the ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake for 30 seconds to blend and chill the cocktail. Garnish and serve over ice in sugar- or salt-rimmed glasses.
Garnish this Cranberry Tequila Drink
A beautiful garnish not only enhances the appearance of your cocktail but can also improve the flavour.
To make this Margarita stand out, rim the glass with sea salt or your favourite Margarita salt and garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for a delightful winter wonderland vibe.
One look at this stunning red cocktail, adorned with a skewered cranberry swizzle stick, and you’ll be smitten!
What´s The Best Tequila For Cranberry Margaritas?
These Margaritas pair well with any tequila. You can choose between Blanco and Reposado.
Blanco tequila, also known as silver tequila, is a young, unaged agave spirit with a distinct agave flavour.
On the other hand, Reposado tequila is aged in oak barrels for a short period (2-12 months), resulting in a more complex flavour with rich oak and vanilla notes.
What Kind of Cranberry Juice Should I Choose?
We recommend using 100% cranberry juice for the best Cranberry Margarita recipe.
100% cranberry juice is easy to find, and its vibrant colour makes it a perfect choice for this Cranberry Margarita recipe. Plus, you can adjust the sweetness to suit your taste!
Another option is sweetened cranberry juice, but keep in mind that it’s often sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup.
Other Christmas Tequila Cocktails
The holidays are here, so it’s time to raise a glass and celebrate with tequila cocktails. Whether you’re hosting a big party or enjoying a cosy night with family and friends, we’ve got you covered with our festive recipes.
Christmas Margarita
A classic cocktail with cranberries and orange liqueur, this is one of the most festive cocktails you can find. It truly lives up to its Christmas name.
Champagne Margarita
The most elegant version of the Margarita, the combination of champagne and tequila is perfect for toasting and celebrating the coming new year. For this version, we’ll use a reposado tequila, which complements the flavour of champagne better than any other type.
Manhattan Tequila Version
The Manhattan is one of the world’s most famous cocktails. Traditionally made with whiskey, we’ve created our own Altos version using aged tequila.
Enjoy Your Cranberry Margarita Cocktail With Altos
In the Mexican state of Jalisco, volcanic soil nurtures the blue agave plants that produce Olmeca Altos – the top-rated tequila for Margaritas, as chosen by bartenders around the world. The high-altitude location provides the perfect mix of sunlight, soil, and moisture to cultivate the finest Weber Blue Agave that nature has to offer.
Try our 100% Agave Olmeca Altos tequila in this Cranberry Margarita recipe, and you’re guaranteed a delicious Margarita every time!
