Name: Spiced Cranberry Orange Margarita
Prep time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup tequila; 2/3 cup Cointreau; 1 cup cranberry juice (unsweetened); 2/3 cup orange juice; 1/3 cup raspberry syrup or cranberry syrup; 1 cup frozen cranberries or raspberries; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup water; 1 cinnamon stick; Garnishes; cinnamon sticks; fresh orange slices; frozen cranberries

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Golden sunsets and sipping cocktails sounds like something that should be in everyone’s repertoire for Autumn. This Spiced Cranberry Orange Margarita is dressed up for Fall but still has all the things we love about margaritas; tart refreshing and fun. It is perfect for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or just a crisp autumn evening.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Seasonal : Cranberry and orange bring fall flavours into a classic margarita

Beautiful Presentation: Garnished with a cinnamon stick, orange slice and frozen cranberries for a festive vibe.

Easy Batch cocktail: This is a dump and pour recipe. Serve in a pitcher and guests can easily refill their own glasses.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Serves

Ingredients

1 cup tequila
2/3 cup Cointreau
1 cup cranberry juice (unsweetened)
2/3 cup orange juice
1/3 cup raspberry syrup or cranberry syrup

Cranberry or Raspberry Syrup

1 cup frozen cranberries or raspberries
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 cinnamon stick

Garnishes

cinnamon sticks
fresh orange slices
frozen cranberries

Steps

Homemade Cranberry or Raspberry Syrup

In a saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, water, and cinnamon stick.

Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes until cranberries have burst or raspberries have broken down. Liquid should have thicken slightly.

Strain through a fine mesh sieve, discarding solids.

Let cool before using in margaritas. Keeps in fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Mix the Cocktail

In a large pitcher, combine the tequila, Cointreau, cranberry juice, orange juice, and syrup. Stir or shake until chilled and blended.

Prepare Glasses

Rim glasses with cinnamon sugar. Fill with ice.

Pour and Garnish

Divide the margarita into 4 glasses. Garnish each with a cinnamon stick, slice of orange and a few frozen cranberries.

Sip and enjoy! Serve immediately.

Tips and Tricks

Tequila choice: Blanco tequila will keep it crisp but for fall a reposado will add warmth and an aged note.

Make ahead: Mix is all together the day before and just add ice and garnish right before serving.

Mocktail: Replace your tequila and Cointreau with a sparkling water and a splash of orange soda for a festive non alcoholic option.

Serving ideas: Pair with spiced nuts, charcuterie, pumpkin donuts or a Strawberry Balsamic Brie for the perfect fall welcome.

FAQ

Can I make the Spiced Cranberry Fall Margarita ahead of time? Yes! We all this a dump and pour recipe. The cocktail will actually get better if you make if a few hours ahead. Just don’t add the ice until serving.

What kind of cranberry juice should I use? Try to find 100% pure cranberry juice. Pure juice will give you that tart, red flavour that will provide balance. Add simple syrup or honey if it is too tart.

What is the best way to garnish it? I always think a garnish should represent some of the flavours inside of the cocktail. We recommended orange slices, fresh cranberries, a cinnamon stick and of course a sugared rim. To make something really special; roll some fresh cranberries in sugar and freeze into ice cubes. They will create a little sparkle.