Ultimate Frozen Cranberry Margarita Recipe
Enjoy a refreshing and festive Ultimate Frozen Cranberry Margarita, blending tart cranberry sauce with classic margarita flavors for a perfect icy cocktail that’s ideal for holiday celebrations or any fun gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids & Mixes
- 10 ounces frozen margarita mix can
- ¾ cup tequila
- 2 tablespoons triple sec
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Fruit
- ¼ cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
- ½ cup fresh cranberries (Optional, for garnish)
Rimming
- 2 tablespoons coarse kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the margarita mix, tequila, cranberry sauce, triple sec, and fresh lime juice in a blender, ensuring all liquids and flavors come together smoothly.
- Add Ice and Blend: Add 3-4 cups of ice to the blender and process the mixture until it is smooth and creamy, creating the signature frozen margarita texture.
- Prepare Glass Rims: Mix the coarse kosher salt and granulated sugar on a flat saucer. Use the lime you juiced earlier to moisten the rims of your serving glasses.
- Rim the Glasses: Dip the glued rims of the glasses into the salt and sugar mixture, coating evenly to add a sweet and salty crunch to every sip.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the frozen margarita mixture into the prepared glasses immediately. Optionally, garnish with small skewers of fresh cranberries for a festive touch and added tartness.
Notes
- A regular blender works best with this recipe rather than high-powered blenders like Vitamix or Blendtec, which can overblend and melt the ice, compromising the drink’s texture.
- Keep all ingredients, including tequila and triple sec, chilled or frozen before preparation to maintain the cold, icy consistency. Note that triple sec should be at least 60 proof to be safely stored in the freezer to avoid freezing.
Keywords: Frozen Margaritas, Cranberry Margarita, Holiday Cocktail, Frozen Cocktail, Margarita Recipe, Cranberry Sauce Cocktail
