Crimson Cranberry Frost

Crimson Cranberry Frost is a festive frozen cocktail with a beautiful crimson hue, perfect for the holidays. The cranberry simple syrup adds a delightful sweetness and tartness to this refreshing margarita, making it a delightful choice for a seasonal gathering or celebration.

Crimson Cranberry Frost

A festive frozen margarita with a delightful cranberry twist, perfect for the holidays.

4.99 from 45 votes
Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 ounces frozen cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
  • 0.25 cup tequila
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 cups ice

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, cranberries, lime zest, and 2 tablespoons of water. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the cranberries start to burst, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool completely. Refrigerate the cranberry simple syrup until cold, at least 1 hour.
  2. In a blender, combine tequila, lime juice, 2 cups of ice, and 1 1/2 cups of the cranberries and syrup from the cranberry simple syrup. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into a margarita glass and serve.