Patriotic Margaritas

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Patriotic Margaritas
70 min.
1
1078kcal

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Celebrate your love for the red, white, and blue with these delightful Patriotic Margaritas! Perfect for any festive occasion, this vibrant drink not only looks stunning but also caters to a variety of dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. With a refreshing blend of cranberry juice and zesty lemon, this cocktail is sure to impress your guests and elevate your gatherings.

Imagine sipping on a beautifully crafted margarita that embodies the spirit of celebration. The rich cranberry hue, combined with the bright citrus notes from fresh lemon juice and orange-flavored liqueur, creates a flavor profile that is both refreshing and invigorating. The addition of simple syrup balances the tartness, making each sip a delightful experience.

What’s more, the preparation is a breeze! In just about 70 minutes, you can whip up a batch of simple syrup and mix your ingredients to create a cocktail that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing. The colored sugar rim adds a festive touch, making these margaritas the perfect centerpiece for your holiday festivities or summer barbecues.

So, gather your friends, raise your glasses, and toast to good times with these Patriotic Margaritas. They are not just a drink; they are a celebration in a glass!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cranberry juice cocktail 
  • serving ice cubes 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • serving lemon wedges 
  • oz pear liqueur orange-flavored
  • tablespoon simple syrup glaze 
  • cup sugar 
  • serving sugar 
  • oz tequila (clear)
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. To make simple syrup, mix sugar and water in 1-quart saucepan.
  2. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat and set aside to cool, about 1 hour.
  4. Pour syrup into glass jar, cover jar and refrigerate until needed. 1 1/4 cups (use 1 tablespoon per margarita).
  5. To prepare cocktail, add cranberry juice, tequila, orange-flavored liqueur, simple syrup and lemon juice to cocktail shaker filled with ice. Cover and shake. Rub rim of martini glass with lemon wedge; dip in sugar. Strain cocktail into glass.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1078kcal
Protein0.03%
Fat0.71%
Carbs99.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
240.68
Glycemic Load
153.14
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.0069565368087%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.23mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Peonidin
0.26mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.63mg
Eriodictyol
0.95mg
Hesperetin
2.45mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
1.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1077.52kcal
53.88%
Fat:0.78g
1.2%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.08%
Carbohydrates:246.59g
82.2%
Net Carbohydrates:246.51g
89.64%
Sugar:245.18g
272.42%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:30.07mg
1.31%
Alcohol:20.91g
100%
Alcohol %:4.01%
100%
Protein:0.06g
0.13%
Vitamin C:33.09mg
40.11%
Iron:0.92mg
5.1%
Copper:0.08mg
4.04%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.29%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.3%
Selenium:1.56µg
2.23%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.11%
Calcium:16.56mg
1.66%
Magnesium:6.54mg
1.63%
Potassium:43.09mg
1.23%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.09%