Ingredients
• 2 ounces tequila (preferably silver)
• 1 ounce triple sec (orange liqueur)
• 1 ounce cranberry juice (preferably 100% juice)
• 1 ounce fresh lime juice
• 1/2 ounce simple syrup (adjust to taste)
• Ice
• Fresh cranberries and lime wedges (for garnish)
• Coarse salt or sugar (for rimming the glass, optional)
• Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Glass
• If desired, rim your glass with coarse salt or sugar. Run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip it into a plate of salt or sugar.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
• In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec, cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
Step 3: Serve
• Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.
• Garnish with fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, and mint leaves if desired.