1-First Step: Mise en place Gather all ingredients and tools. You will need a blender for the frosted version, a shallow plate for rimming, a cocktail shaker if serving on the rocks, measuring spoons, zester, and a spoon or small spatula. Chill your glasses in the freezer while you prepare the drink for a frosty presentation.

2-Second Step: Prep the salted sugar rim On a shallow plate, combine the sugar and salt. For the single and punch recipes the recipe calls for 3 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons salt; if making many glasses, keep a bowl at the ready and refresh in small batches so the rim stays crunchy. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each chilled glass and dip into the salted sugar mixture. Tap off any excess.

3-Third Step: Make sugared cranberries (optional garnish) If using sugared cranberries, follow these steps ahead of time. Combine 2 cups fresh cranberries with 1/2 cup pure maple syrup and let sit 10 to 15 minutes. Strain and spread cranberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Coat each cranberry with 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, making sure they are evenly covered. Allow to dry in a single layer for at least one hour before using. These can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.

4-Fourth Step: Blend the single serving Place the single serving ingredients into a blender in this order: 2 ounces silver tequila, 4 ounces no sugar added cranberry juice, 3/4 ounce orange liqueur, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh or frozen cranberries, and 2 to 3 teaspoons honey. Add 1 cup ice. Blend until slushy, about 30 to 60 seconds depending on your blender. Add 2 teaspoons orange zest and pulse quickly to combine. Pour into the prepared, rimmed glass and garnish with a sprig of rosemary and a few sugared cranberries if desired.

5-Fifth Step: Make the punch version For the punch that serves 8, use a large blender or work in batches. Combine 1 1/2 cups silver tequila, 2 cups no sugar added cranberry juice, 3/4 cup orange liqueur, 1 cup fresh lime juice, 3/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, and 1/4 to 1/2 cup honey in a large pitcher or punch bowl. Add 3 to 4 cups ice and stir or blend until chilled and slightly slushy. Add the zest from 1 orange and stir to distribute the oil and aroma. Taste and adjust honey if needed. Ladle into rimmed glasses and garnish each serving with rosemary and sugared cranberries for a festive look.

6-Final Step: Serving and timing Serve immediately. The frosted single serving is best right after blending to maintain that slushy texture. The punch holds well for short gatherings; keep it in a chilled bowl or on an ice ring to stay cold. Total prep time for single or punch is about 10 minutes.