Description
Celebrate the holiday season with this festive Christmas Margarita, a refreshing twist on the classic cocktail featuring cranberry juice and a cinnamon-sugar rim for a delightful seasonal flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Margarita
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 2 oz pure cranberry juice
For the Rim
- Cinnamon-sugar mixture (for rimming glasses)
For Garnish
- Lime wedges
- Fresh cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Rim your glass by first rubbing the rim with lime juice to moisten it, then dip the rim into a cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat evenly. This adds a sweet and spicy touch to every sip.
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, pour in the silver tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and pure cranberry juice. The ice chills the mixture as you shake.
- Shake Well: Shake the cocktail vigorously for about 15 seconds to fully combine the flavors and chill the drink thoroughly.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice to keep the margarita cold without diluting it too quickly.
- Garnish: Garnish the cocktail with lime wedges and fresh cranberries to enhance its festive appearance and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor balance.
- Cranberry juice should be 100% pure and not sweetened to keep the cocktail balanced.
- The cinnamon-sugar rim complements the cranberry flavor and adds a seasonal twist.
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, add a pinch of ground cinnamon to the sugar mixture.
- Chill your glass beforehand to keep the margarita colder longer.
