Light Vampire’s Kiss Cranberry Margarita – Easy 10-Minute Recipe
A quick and easy cranberry margarita that comes together in under 10 minutes with no complicated syrups. The deep ruby color and bright, tart flavor make it perfect for Halloween or any festive gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (60 ml) tequila blanco
- ¼ cup (about 30 g) frozen cranberries
- 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
- ½ oz (15 ml) orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- ½ oz (15 ml) agave nectar
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Tajín or chili-lime salt (for rim)
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- 1 lime wedge (for rimming and garnish)
- Fresh rosemary sprig (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of a lowball glass. Dip the rim into a small plate of Tajín or chili-lime salt, rotating gently to coat evenly. Set aside.
- Add frozen cranberries to shaker: Drop ¼ cup of frozen cranberries into a cocktail shaker.
- Pour in the liquids: Add 2 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz fresh lime juice, ½ oz orange liqueur, and ½ oz agave nectar.
- Add ice: Fill the shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously: Seal the shaker and shake hard for 15-20 seconds until frosty cold.
- Double strain: Place a fine mesh strainer over the prepared glass. Pour the cocktail through the strainer to catch cranberry solids and ice.
- Garnish: Drop a few fresh cranberries into the glass. Add a lime wedge and a sprig of rosemary if desired.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy ice-cold right after shaking.
Notes
For a less tart drink, add an extra ¼ oz of agave nectar. For a spicy version, add 2 thin slices of fresh jalapeño to the shaker. For a non-alcoholic version, replace tequila and orange liqueur with sparkling water and orange juice. The cocktail base (without ice) can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180200
- Sugar: 14
- Carbohydrates: 18
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