Christmas Margarita with Cranberry Ice Cubes is a must-have for your festive gatherings! The tartness of fresh cranberries combined with the citrusy kick of lime and smooth tequila creates a beautiful, balanced drink that looks as stunning as it tastes. It’s the perfect way to add a splash of color and flavor to your holiday party.
I personally love making this recipe for our Christmas Eve parties. The cranberry ice cubes are not only pretty but keep the margarita cool while adding a fun, festive twist. I remember one year when my family couldn’t stop talking about how gorgeous the drinks looked with the red berries against the vibrant lime – it’s become a new holiday tradition in our home!
Christmas Margarita with Cranberry Ice Cubes: Perfect Festive Drinks for Holiday Party Gatherings
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lime juice about 6 limes
- 1/2 cup gold tequila
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- 1/4 cup simple syrup adjust to taste
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup water for cranberry ice cubes
- Ice cubes for shaking
- Lime wedges and sugar for glass rims
Instructions
- Prepare Cranberry Ice Cubes: Place fresh cranberries into an ice cube tray and fill with water. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Juice the limes to obtain 1 cup of fresh lime juice.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with regular ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Rim the glasses with lime juice and dip them in sugar for a frosted effect.
- Add the cranberry ice cubes to each glass.
- Strain the margarita mixture into the glasses over the cranberry ice cubes.
- Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy the festive flair!
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Iron: 2%
- Calcium: 2%
- Vitamin A: 1%
- Potassium: 3%
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh lime juice (about 6 limes)
- 1/2 cup gold tequila
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- 1/4 cup simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup water (for cranberry ice cubes)
- Ice cubes (for shaking)
- Lime wedges and sugar (for glass rims)
Equipment/Utensils:
- Ice cube tray
- Citrus juicer
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring cups
- Strainer
- Glasses
Preparation Steps:
- Prepare Cranberry Ice Cubes: Place fresh cranberries into an ice cube tray and fill with water. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Juice the limes to obtain 1 cup of fresh lime juice.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with regular ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Rim the glasses with lime juice and dip them in sugar for a frosted effect.
- Add the cranberry ice cubes to each glass.
- Strain the margarita mixture into the glasses over the cranberry ice cubes.
- Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy the festive flair!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Iron: 2%
- Calcium: 2%
- Vitamin A: 1%
- Potassium: 3%
This Christmas Margarita is a festive, flavorful treat that brings the holidays to life in a glass. It’s a great way to elevate your party and impress your guests with both taste and presentation!
