Description
A festive cocktail that perfectly balances sweetness and tartness, making it a holiday favorite for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz tequila (blanco)
- 1 oz unsweetened cranberry juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or triple sec)
- 0.5 oz simple syrup or agave nectar
- Fresh mint or rosemary (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a shaker, combine the tequila, cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur.
- If desired, add simple syrup or agave nectar for sweetness.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice, optionally rimmed with salt.
- Garnish with fresh mint or rosemary and serve immediately.
Notes
For a cranberry twist, muddle a few fresh cranberries in the shaker before adding other ingredients. Use high-quality tequila and fresh juices for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Christmas, Mistletoe, Margarita, Holiday Drink, Festive Cocktail