The Red-Head Cactus

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3

Red-Head Cactus Margarita Recipe for Your Next Party

by The Chefin Drink

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

302

Sugar

38g

Fat

The Red-Head Cactus Margarita is a fun and unique take on the classic cocktail. The addition of raspberry-cranberry juice concentrate gives it a fruity twist that's perfect for sipping on a warm summer day. The gold tequila and orange liqueur add a nice depth of flavor, while the Mexican lime provides a tart and tangy finish. Rimmed with sugar, this drink is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next party.

Instructions

1.	In a blender, combine the raspberry-cranberry frozen juice concentrate, whole frozen raspberries, frozen limeade concentrate, gold tequila, orange liqueur, and crushed ice.
2.	Blend until smooth.
3.	Rim the glasses with sugar.
4.	Pour the margarita into the glasses and garnish with sliced Mexican lime.

PROS

This margarita is a unique twist on the classic drink, with the addition of raspberries giving it a fruity and refreshing flavor.

It’s perfect for a summer party or gathering with friends.

CONS

This drink contains a large amount of alcohol and should be consumed in moderation.

It’s also high in sugar due to the fruit juice concentrates and added sugar on the rim of the glass.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this drink is not particularly healthy, raspberries are high in antioxidants and vitamin C, which are important for a healthy immune system and reducing inflammation.
The lime in this drink also provides some vitamin C and can aid in digestion.

	1 1/4 cups raspberry-cranberry frozen juice concentrate
	3 cups whole frozen raspberries
	3/4 cup frozen limeade concentrate
	3 cups gold tequila
	1/2 cup orange , liquere
	4 cups crushed ice
	1 Mexican lime , sliced
	sugar