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 version lends a festive twist with its bright splash of color and a fun, seasonal garnish. For entertaining, prepare the cranberry-rosemary springs ahead of time.

Yield: 1 margarita
Total Prep Time:
5 minutes

Festive Cranberry Margaritas

Festive Cranberry Margaritas

Cranberry Margarita Ingredients

3 oz. tequila
2 oz. Cointreau (or other orange liqueur)
2 oz. cranberry juice
3 T. fresh lime juice

Garnish

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


Cranberry Margarita Directions

  1. To make cranberry sprig garnish, carefully thread 3 fresh cranberries onto a rosemary stem.
  2. 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.

Try these other festive cocktails

Cranberry Moscow Mule

Candy Cane Martini

Sparkling Pomegranate Cocktail

Cinnamon and Cumin Cranberry Spritzer

Festive Cranberry Margaritas

Festive Cranberry Margaritas

Festive Cranberry Margaritas
Festive Cranberry Margaritas