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    Easy Cranberry Ginger Margarita

    Published: Dec 5, 2020 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links. 5 Comments

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    cranberry ginger margaritas garnished with limes and fresh cranberries

    This Cranberry Margarita recipe is a delicious tequila cocktail with a winter vibe. It has that delicious salty flavor of the tequila, mixed with the slightly sweet tartness of cranberry juice, and the bite of ginger beer. It is a truly refreshing and not too sweet margarita.

    three cranberry ginger margaritas garnished with fresh cranberries and limes

    If you love the ginger flavor in this margarita you will also love this Fresh Ginger Margarita or this Mexican Mule Cocktail!

    If you are looking for other Holiday cocktails, check out this Apple Cider Margarita, Pomegranate Margarita or this Cranberry Wine Spritzer. If you need a non-alcoholic party drink this Cranberry Punch recipe is a delicious option!

    How to Make a Cranberry Margarita with a Ginger Zing

    I know there are recipes out there that have you making ginger simple syrup, or peeling fresh ginger. That is great and all, but I don’t think I will be going to those lengths for my margarita.

    I want my cocktails to be easy and delicious.

    three cranberry ginger margaritas with limes and cranberries scattered on the counter

    To make my Cranberry Ginger Margarita, well, gingery, I use Ginger Beer. Easy peasy. I love using it in Moscow Mules and knew I wanted to use it in other cocktails. This was a perfect fit.

    What Ginger Beer to Use in a Cranberry Ginger Margarita

    Any Ginger Beer will work. However, I have found there is a significant difference in the quality and flavor between Ginger Beer brands. Some are overly sweet, some are spicy, and some don’t have enough flavor depth.

    My favorite brands are, in order:

    1. Q Mixers Ginger Beer (pictured below)
    2. Fever Tree Ginger Beer
    Cranberry ginger margarita on a saftey grater with cranberries and limes, ginger beer in the background

    Q Mixers Ginger Beer is my absolute favorite, hands down! I am able to buy it online on Amazon or at my local Target. It is made with the most perfect combination of ginger, agave, chili peppers, coriander, and cardamom. This ginger beer has a little kick to it and will leave a little spice tingle on your lips. I absolutely love it!

    What is a “Part” in My Cocktail Recipe

    When you see a cocktail recipe and it calls for a “part”, that is a generic unit of measurement for a cocktail. YOU get to decide what the “part” is. The important of a “part” is the ratio. For example:

    Recipe- 1 part tequila, 2 parts juice, 1 part soda

    If you choose a part to be 2 ounces, then the recipe would be 2 ounces tequila, 4 ounces juice, and 2 ounce soda

    Or if you wanted to make enough for a party, the recipe might look like this- 3 cups tequila, 6 cups juice, 3 cups soda

    How to Make A Cranberry Margarita

    First, get ready for a super delicious cocktail.

    Now, on a flat plate make a mixture of salt and sugar. Here are your ratio options depending on how you like your margaritas garnished:

    • Sweet- all sugar
    • Sweet and Salty- half sugar, half salt
    • Little More Salty- ¾ salt and ¼ sugar
    • Super Salty- all salt

    I prefer the “little more salty” option for my Margarita.

    Take a cut lime wedge and run it around the rim of your glass. Now dip the glass into the sugar/salt mixture.

    Cranberry Ginger Margarita in a glass with a lime and fresh cranberries, tequila and ginger beer in the background

    Fill the glass with ice and add 1 part silver tequila, 1 part cranberry juice, and 1 part ginger beer. Garnish with a squeeze fresh lime and fresh cranberries. (To start you can measure 1 part as 2 ounces)

    If you want a drink that isn’t quite as strong, make the Cranberry Margarita with 1 part silver tequila, 2 parts cranberry juice, and 2 parts ginger beer.

    To Make A Pitcher

    For a party, make a pitcher for people to pour their own drinks! Mix:

    • 1.5 cups silver tequila
    • 1.5 cups cranberry cocktail
    • 1.5 cups ginger beer

    Delicious Tequila Cocktails

    If you love this tequila cocktail definitely give these other two a try as well:

    • Cantarito
    • Ginger Margarita
    • Rosemary Paloma or Traditional Paloma
    • Grapefruit Margaritas (makes a pitcher)
    • Tequila Mule
    • Jalapeno Tequila

    I hope you give this Cranberry Margarita a try at your next party, or Saturday night on the couch♥


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    Cranberry Margarita Recipe

    cranberry ginger margarita in a glass with salt on the rim

    Easy Cranberry Ginger Margarita

    This Cranberry Ginger Margarita is a delicious blend of silver tequila, cranberry juice, and ginger beer. It is easy to make and makes an amazing party cocktail.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Servings: 1 drink
    Calories: 176kcal
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Ingredients

    • 1 part Silver Tequila
    • 1 part cranberry juice cocktail
    • 1 part Ginger Beer I recommend Q Mixers
    • Garnishes- a squeeze of fresh lime juice, sugar & kosher salt (fresh cranberries are optional)
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    Instructions

    • On a flat plate make a mixture of kosher salt and sugar. Make this to your taste:
      All salt, all sugar, half & half, or ¾ salt and ¼ sugar.
    • Use a cut lime wedge and run it around the rim of your glass, now dip the glass rim in the sugar/salt mixture.
      Fill the glass with ice, pour in the tequila, cranberry juice, ginger beer, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Give it a stir.
      Garnish with fresh lime and fresh cranberries.
    • ** For a drink that isn’t quite as strong change the ratio to 1 part tequila, 2 parts cranberry juice, and 2 parts ginger beer.

    Notes:

    A “part” is a unit of measurement for drinks. You get to decide how much a “part” is. A good starting point:
    2 ounces = 1 part
    FOR A PITCHER: 
    1.5 cups = 1 part
    Ginger Margarita – for a more summery ginger drink try this Fresh Ginger Margarita
     
    Did you try this recipe? Connect with me & let me know how it turned out by commenting below!
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    Serving: 1margarita | Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 44mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin C: 5mg

    If nutrition facts are provided they are calculated as an estimate to the best of our knowledge.

    Originally Posted December 2018 – Copy Updated December 2020

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    About Susie Weinrich

    Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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    1. Liz

      December 04, 2020 at 10:33 am

      Looks delicious and festive! Saving for a girls night!

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    2. Emily Bruno

      January 09, 2019 at 5:39 pm

      5 stars
      That sugar/salt rim- YUM!!

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      • Susie

        January 09, 2019 at 8:15 pm

        It is the way to go!

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    3. John

      December 20, 2018 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      What a great cocktail for the holidays!!

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    4. Tawnie Kroll

      December 20, 2018 at 10:06 am

      5 stars
      Pinning this for a girls night!! Thank you!

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