Mistletoe margaritas

The perfect cocktail to see you into the New Year.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 c. whole cranberries

1/4 c. granulated sugar, divided

2 tbsp. kosher salt

1 wedge lime, for rim

2 c. cranberry juice

12 oz. silver tequila

8 oz. triple sec

1/2 c. plus 1 tbsp. lime juice, divided

12 c. ice

Mint, for garnish

METHOD

In a medium bowl, toss cranberries with 1 tablespoon lime juice. Drain out lime juice, then toss with 2 tablespoons sugar. Pour onto a baking sheet to dry.

Combine remaining sugar with salt on a shallow plate and mix to combine. Using the lime wedge, wet rim of each glass, then dip in sugar salt mixture.

Combine cranberry juice, tequila, triple sec, remaining 1/2 cup lime juice, and ice in a large blender, working in batches if necessary. Blend until smooth.

Pour into prepared glasses and garnish with a sprig of mint and a couple sugared cranberries.

Recipe credit: Delish

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