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December's Featured Cocktail: White Christmas Cranberry Margarita
By Snowbird Living· October 23, 2026· Southwest Florida

Dreaming of a White Christmas in Southwest Florida? This festive cranberry margarita combines creamy coconut, tequila, and lime for a delicious holiday cocktail. No snow required!
Who says you need snow to enjoy a White Christmas?
Christmas in Southwest Florida might look a little different, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy some holiday magic!
This December, Snowbird Living is featuring the White Christmas Cranberry Margarita, a festive cocktail combining creamy coconut, white cranberry, tequila, and a splash of lime.
With its snowy-white appearance, bright red cranberries, and fresh rosemary garnish, it's the perfect drink for Christmas parties, holiday gatherings, or a relaxing evening on the lanai.
White Christmas Cranberry Margarita Recipe
Ingredients (1 serving):
2 oz silver tequila
1 oz white cranberry juice
1 oz cream of coconut
1 oz fresh lime juice
Ice
Fresh cranberries and rosemary for garnish
Shredded coconut for the rim (optional)
Instructions:
Add tequila, white cranberry juice, cream of coconut, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously until chilled and smooth.
Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Garnish with fresh cranberries, a sprig of rosemary, and a coconut rim for an extra festive touch.
A little tropical paradise, a little Christmas cheer, and no snow required!
Cheers to a Merry Christmas and life in paradise!
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Enjoy responsibly. For adults 21 and older.
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