Crimson Cranberry Margarita

This frozen cocktail is a delightful blend of tangy cranberry and zesty lime, perfect for adding a splash of festive color to your holiday celebrations. The cranberry simple syrup gives it a beautiful crimson hue and a hint of sweetness, making it a refreshing and visually stunning drink for any occasion.

Crimson Cranberry Margarita

A festive frozen cocktail featuring cranberry simple syrup, tequila, and lime juice.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 ounces frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
  • 1/4 cup tequila
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup ice

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, cranberries, lime zest, and 2 tablespoons of water. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the cranberries start to burst, about 5 minutes.
  2. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool completely.
  3. Once cooled, refrigerate the cranberry simple syrup, covered, for at least 1 hour or up to 1 week.
  4. In a blender, combine tequila, lime juice, 1 1/2 cups of the cranberry simple syrup (including cranberries), and 1 cup of ice.
  5. Blend the mixture until smooth.
  6. Pour the blended cocktail into a margarita glass and serve.