The Casually Spicy Cranberry Margarita

by Richard More

A holiday twist on a classic margarita, balancing tart cranberry juice, fresh lime, and the sweet, casually spicy finish of For Pedro's Sake Candied Jalapeños.

5 minutes · 1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 2 oz blanco tequila

  • 1 oz cranberry juice

  • ¾ oz fresh lime juice

  • ½ oz orange liqueur

  • ½ oz For Pedro's Sake Candied Jalapeño syrup

  • 2–3 candied jalapeño pieces

  • Ice, lime wedge, and optional salt or sugar rim

Instructions

  1. Add the candied jalapeño pieces and syrup to a cocktail shaker and muddle gently.

  2. Add tequila, cranberry juice, lime juice, orange liqueur, and ice.

  3. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds.

  4. Double-strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.

  5. Garnish with a lime wedge and a few cranberries.

Pedro's Tip: Cranberry gives this drink an extra festive finish, while Cherry adds fruity sweetness and Original lets the tequila and lime shine.

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