Best 4 Cranberry Rita Recipes

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of a Cranberry Rita, a vibrant cocktail that combines the tartness of cranberries with the refreshing zest of lime and the smooth elegance of tequila. This delightful drink is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering or a relaxing evening in. With its beautiful crimson hue and well-balanced flavors, the Cranberry Rita is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

This article presents a collection of Cranberry Rita recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic cocktail. From the traditional Cranberry Rita to variations that incorporate different types of tequila, liqueurs, and fresh herbs, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. Whether you prefer a classic margarita or something with a bit more complexity, you're sure to find the perfect Cranberry Rita recipe to tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY MARGARITA

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Switch up your margarita with this delicious cranberry variety. No sugary margarita mix needed, just fresh fruit!

Provided by Ashleigh Evans

Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Tequila Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 teaspoon white sugar, or as needed
1 teaspoon salt, or as needed
ice cubes
1 orange, sliced
1 lime, sliced
4 ounces 100% cranberry juice (such as Ocean Spray® Organic)
2 ounces silver tequila (such as Patron®)
1 ounce triple sec
1 orange, juiced
1 lime, juiced
8 ounces lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage (such as Squirt®)

Steps:

Rim 2 wine glasses with sugar and salt. Fill with ice. Add an orange slice and lime slice to each glass.
Pour cranberry juice, tequila, triple sec, orange juice, and lime juice into a shaker. Shake well.
Pour mixture evenly over ice in rimmed glasses. Top with lemon-lime beverage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 1180 mg, Sugar 18.7 g

CRANBERRY RITA

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Make and share this Cranberry Rita recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories Beverages

Time 3m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups cranberries, frozen (fresh is ok, the drink will just not be as frozen)
4 kumquats, whole (or calamondin....if you have none use the flesh of 1 small orange, no seeds)
1/2 orange, juice of
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup Grand Marnier (vodka, tequila or another spirit could be used)
1 cup crushed ice

Steps:

Put everything in your blender (mine is a blender on steroids) and blend.
Pour.
Enjoy.
You can replace kumquat, calamondin and orange with lime or lemon for a different flavor. Have fun with it.

CRANBERRY MARGARITAS

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 5m

Yield 4 large frozen margaritas

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 frozen container limeade or margarita mix (recommended: Bacardi brand)
1 tray ice cubes
8 shots tequila
4 cups cranberry juice

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high. Serve. If your blender is small or not high-powered, make the margaritas in 2 batches.

CRANBERRY MARGARITA

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Cranberry simple syrup gives this frozen cocktail a festive crimson hue -- perfect for the holidays!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
8 ounces frozen cranberries (2 cups)
1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest
1 cup tequila
1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Steps:

Make the Whole-Berry Cranberry Simple Syrup: Stir together sugar, cranberries, lime zest and 2 tablespoons water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-high, stirring constantly, until cranberries just start to burst, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool completely. Refrigerate, covered, until cold, at least 1 hour and up to 1 week.
Make the cocktail: In a blender, combine tequila, lime juice, 4 cups ice, and 1 1/2 cups cranberries and syrup from Whole Berry Cranberry Simple Syrup. Blend until smooth. Divide among 4 margarita glasses.

Tips:

Choose fresh, ripe cranberries for the best flavor.
If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
You can adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe to your liking.
If you want a sweeter margarita, add more sugar.
If you want a tarter margarita, add less sugar.
You can also add other flavors to the margarita, such as lime juice, orange juice, or grapefruit juice.
Garnish the margarita with a lime wedge or a cranberry.

Conclusion:

The Cranberry Rita is a refreshing and delicious cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive drink, give the Cranberry Rita a try!