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    Home » Drink Recipes

    Festive Cranberry Margarita - Perfect Signature Holiday Cocktail!

    Updated: Oct 11, 2022 · Published: Dec 5, 2017 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    If you're looking for the best holiday cocktail - you cant go wrong with this festive Cranberry Margarita! Bursting with flavor from tequila, lime, cranberry juice, and orange liqueur.

    Cranberry Margarita being served

    We love to do an annual holiday party with neighbors and friends. I typically spend a full day planning a menu for what to serve, and then another day decorating and preparing the food.

    And these cranberry margaritas are a hit every time. We're talking about a tasty flavored margarita that is just as delicious as it is gorgeous.

    It is the perfect signature cocktail to headline your next holiday party menu.

    closeup of a cranberry margarita

    Holiday Party Menu Tips

    Having a holiday party is a lot of fun, but they don't have to be a ton of work.

    One of the things I learned after preparing way to much food EVERY time I'd host a party is to keep it simple. And yes, that rule of thumb really does go far and apply to many things in life.

    Easy appetizers are the perfect thing to serve at a holiday party. If you have a little more time, our Stuffed Mushrooms are ALWAYS a huge hit as well. Pair that up with some sliced cheese and crackers and a fruit tray and you're good to go.

    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 Cranberry Margarita lends a festive twist with its bright splash of color and a fun, seasonal garnish. Cranberries! They're basically decorations that you can drink. 😉

    If your party includes kids, make sure to have a fun non-alcoholic drink ready for them as well. Our Raspberry Kiddie Mocktail Recipe or these new Christmas Mocktails are favorites.

    cranberry margarita

    A Few Tips!

    I made a little cranberry sprig garnish to dress up my margaritas for the pictures. To make it yourself, simply thread 3 fresh cranberries onto tough rosemary stems!

    You've just made a gorgeous garnish fit for almost any holiday cocktail. You'll want to make it for all your holiday drinks! It adds a super festive finishing touch.

    If you're looking for a classic margarita recipe, or other fun party drink, we have a few for you to choose from: Watermelon Margaritas, Easy Spiced Margaritas, or Cranberry Moscow Mules.

    Of course, margarita glasses are best for serving any kind of margarita, so be sure to grab a set. I love this set with the cactus stems!

    Cranberry Margarita Recipe. This cranberry cocktail is great year round, but it is especially delicious around the holidays. Add this to your holiday cocktail recipe list.

    Festive Cranberry Margaritas

    All She Cooks
    If you're looking for the best holiday cocktail - you cant go wrong with this festive Cranberry Margarita! Bursting with flavor from tequila, lime, cranberry juice, and orange liqueur.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Total Time 3 mins
    Course Drink Recipes, Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 cocktail
    Calories 408 kcal

    Equipment

    • cocktail shaker

    Ingredients
     
     

    Margarita:

    • 3 ounces tequila
    • 2 ounces Cointreau or other orange liqueur
    • 2 ounces cranberry juice
    • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

    Garnish (optional):

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

    Instructions
     

    • 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

    Calories: 408kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 96mgSugar: 26gVitamin C: 19mg
    Keyword Cranberry Margaritas, how to make Cranberry Margaritas
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