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Irresistible Cranberry-Jalapeño Margarita Recipe with a Perfect Kick

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This cranberry-jalapeño margarita is a bold, vibrant cocktail with a perfect balance of tart cranberries, spicy jalapeño, and refreshing lime. It’s festive, customizable, and sure to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 medium-sized jalapeño, sliced thin (remove seeds for less heat)
  • 2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 2 oz silver tequila
  • 1 oz triple sec or orange liqueur
  • 1 oz simple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
  • Ice cubes
  • Salt (optional, for rimming the glass)
  • 2 oz unsweetened cranberry juice
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glass: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and dip it into a plate of coarse salt. Set aside.
  2. Muddle the cranberries and jalapeño: Add fresh cranberries and sliced jalapeño to a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler to mash them together, releasing their juices and aromas.
  3. Add the liquids: Pour lime juice, tequila, triple sec, cranberry juice, and simple syrup into the shaker. Adjust the simple syrup to taste.
  4. Fill with ice: Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker, filling it about halfway.
  5. Shake it up: Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until well-mixed and chilled.
  6. Strain and serve: Use a fine mesh strainer to pour the cocktail into the prepared glass. Add fresh ice cubes if desired.
  7. Garnish: Add a sprig of rosemary, a slice of jalapeño, and a few fresh cranberries for a festive touch.

Notes

[‘Adjust the heat by removing jalapeño seeds or using less jalapeño.’, ‘Balance sweetness by starting with less simple syrup and adding more if needed.’, ‘Chill your glass in the freezer before rimming and pouring the cocktail.’, ‘Prepare the cranberry-jalapeño mixture ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 2 days.’, ‘Experiment with garnishes like sugared cranberries or extra lime wedges.’]

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Keywords: cranberry margarita, jalapeño margarita, spicy cocktail, holiday drink, festive cocktail, tequila recipe

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