Cranberry Zest Margarita

A delightful and invigorating cocktail that combines the sweet and tart flavors of cranberry with the zesty kick of lime and orange. This Cranberry Zest Margarita is a perfect blend of fruity, tangy, and refreshing, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party or simply unwinding after a long day, this vibrant and colorful drink will surely lift your spirits.

Cranberry Zest Margarita

A refreshing and zesty cranberry margarita with a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz sweetened cranberry juice
  • 1 1/2 oz tequila
  • 1/2 oz Cointreau
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz cranberry simple syrup
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • Sugared cranberries for garnish
  • Salt for rimming the glass

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the lime juice, Cointreau, cranberry simple syrup, tequila, orange zest, and cranberry juice to the shaker.
  3. Shake the ingredients with ice for 20 seconds.
  4. Rim the edge of the glass with salt.
  5. Strain the cranberry margarita into the glass filled with ice.