Cranberry-infused cocktail for holiday entertaining
Besides the ubiquitous “ pumpkin spice ,” nothing says “ holidays ” more than tart cranberries . Cranberries are a major component of Thanksgiving feasts , turning up alongside and atop turkey as well as in quick breads and desserts .
Cranberries are loaded with health benefits , which include reducing the risk for ulcers and preventing gum disease . Also , just eight ounces of cranberry juice cocktail contains 137 percent of the daily recommended value of vitamin C .
Cranberries can even be used to craft great cocktails . Move over mulled ciders , this crisp “ Cranberry Margarita ” from The Cape Cod Cranberry Growers ’ Association makes a great holiday-inspired beverage .
Cranberry Margarita
Serves 4
1½ shots of tequila 1 shot of cranberry juice cocktail 1 / 4 cup of whole berry cranberry sauce 1 / 2 shot of triple sec 10 ice cubes Sweetened dried cranberries , for garnish Lime , for garnish
Combine all ingredients except garnish in a blender . Blend on high until smooth and frosty . Serve in a margarita glass . Garnish with dried cranberries and a lime wheel . n
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