Cranberry Christmas Sparkler

This Cranberry Margarita, also known as the Christmas Margarita, is the perfect festive drink for the holiday season. The combination of cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice results in a deliciously refreshing and vibrant cocktail. The addition of agave nectar adds a touch of sweetness, while the sugar-coated cranberries and star anise garnish make it a visually stunning and cheerful beverage.

Cranberry Christmas Sparkler

A festive and delightful cocktail featuring cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, finished with a sweet touch of agave nectar and creatively garnished with sugar-coated cranberries and star anise.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup cranberry juice
  • 1/4 cup tequila
  • 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon agave nectar (optional, for a sweeter margarita)
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar (for serving)
  • 3 cranberries (fresh or frozen, for serving)
  • 1 star anise (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, combine the cranberry juice, tequila, Grand Marnier, lime juice, and agave nectar, and adjust the sweetness to taste.
  2. Place the white sugar on a small rimmed plate. Roll the cranberries in the sugar, remove the excess, and skewer them in sets of 3 on toothpicks.
  3. Fill a glass with ice, pour in the margarita, and garnish with the sugar-coated cranberries and star anise. Serve and enjoy!