Rosemary Cranberry Margarita Cocktail
This festive margarita blends tequila, fresh lime, cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and a sprig of rosemary for a tart, herbal, and vibrant twist on the classic.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Strainer
- Muddler or spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Rocks glass or margarita glass
- Small plate
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila blanco preferred
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz orange liqueur triple sec or Cointreau
- 2 oz unsweetened cranberry juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup or more to taste
- 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary plus more for garnish
- ice cubes
- coarse salt or sugar optional, for rimming
Instructions
- Lightly muddle a rosemary sprig in the shaker to release aroma.
- Add tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and simple syrup.
- Add ice and shake for about 15 seconds to chill.
- Strain into a glass with fresh ice (rim glass with salt or sugar if desired).
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig and lime wedge.
Notes
Unsweetened cranberry juice keeps it tart. Adjust simple syrup to taste. Muddle rosemary gently for flavor. Add a splash of soda water to lighten, if you prefer. Prep rosemary and lime juice ahead for batch cocktails.