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Bright, citrusy and tart, this cranberry margarita is a beautiful twist on the classic margarita. Flavored with cranberry juice, rimmed with spiced sugar and garnished with fresh sage, this cocktail is perfect for a cozy night next to the fireplace.<\/p>\n
Take one cocktail glass, and moisten the rim with a lime wedge. If you\u2019d like to add the spiced sugar rim, stir together the turbinado sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in a small, shallow dish. Dip the rim in the spiced sugar. Fill the glass with ice.<\/p>\n
Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> Avoid using small ice cubes as they melt quickly and may water down your drink. Use your largest ice cubes; they melt much less quickly.<\/p>\n In an empty cocktail shaker, combine the cranberry juice, tequila, lime juice and, if desired, the orange liqueur. Carefully fill the cocktail shaker with ice until it\u2019s three-fourths full. Pop the lid back on the cocktail shaker, and shake until frost forms on the outside of the shaker, 15 to 20 seconds.<\/p>\n Strain the cranberry margarita into the prepared glass. If desired, garnish with fresh sage and cranberries.<\/p>\n Yes, you can make a cranberry margarita ahead. Mix up the spiced sugar, and store it in an airtight container at room temperature. Pour the cranberry juice, tequila, lime juice and, if desired, the orange liqueur into a mason jar or airtight container, and store it in the fridge for up to four days.<\/p>\n The best tequila for a cranberry margarita recipe is reposado tequila. This type of tequila<\/a> has hints of caramel\u2014perfect for winter! I always go for Cazadores Reposado, or explore the best tequila for margaritas<\/a> for more options.<\/p>\n You may think the best type of cocktail glass<\/a> for any margarita recipe is a classic margarita glass. While you certainly can use that, we love a short glass with a wide rim for this cocktail. It’s easier to hold when you\u2019re cozied up next to the fireplace or sitting around playing games inside with friends while the snow falls. Plus, rocks glasses and short tumblers still have rims wide enough for lining with sugar.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When you want the flavors of a margarita but it’s snowing outside, whip up a cranberry margarita. 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Step 3: Pour and serve<\/h3>\n
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Can I make a cranberry margarita ahead of time?<\/h2>\n
Cranberry Margarita Tips<\/h2>\n
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What\u2019s the best tequila for a cranberry margarita?<\/h3>\n
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