White Christmas Margarita
This White Christmas Margarita is the ultimate holiday cocktail! This frosty, festive cocktail combines white cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur and fresh lime juice for a winter wonderland in every sip. Topped with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary, it’s the perfect mix of merry and bright. A delicious and elegant drink for celebrating the season!
Servings 2
Calories 260kcal
Ingredients
- 6 ounces white cranberry juice
- 4 ounces silver tequila
- 2 ounces orange liqueur
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
For Serving
- ice
- lime wedge for rimming glass
- cocktail sugar for rimming glass
- fresh cranberries for garnish
- rosemary sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip it into a small plate of salt or sugar.lime wedge, cocktail sugar
- Combine cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.6 ounces white cranberry juice, 4 ounces silver tequila, 2 ounces orange liqueur, 1 ounce fresh lime juice, 1 ounce simple syrup, ice
- Strain the margarita mixture into the rimmed glasses filled with fresh ice.ice
- Garnish with a few fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.fresh cranberries, rosemary sprigs
Notes
Storage Information
How To Make Simple Syrup Simple syrup is easily made and is great to have on hand for cocktails such as this Christmas Margarita.
Please see post above for more information, recipe tips and frequently asked questions.
- Make Ahead: You can mix the margarita ingredients (minus the ice) a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Just give it a good shake before serving.
- Freezing: While this drink is best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze leftovers in an airtight container and use them as a margarita slush for later!
How To Make Simple Syrup Simple syrup is easily made and is great to have on hand for cocktails such as this Christmas Margarita.
- Combine equal amounts of water and granulated sugar in saucepan and stir to combine. I frequently do 1 cup of each or 2 cups of each if I want to have some on hand for future drinks.
- Let come to a simmer and stir just a few minutes or until sugar has dissolved.
- Remove pan from heat and let cool.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
Please see post above for more information, recipe tips and frequently asked questions.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
