Description
Celebrate the holidays with this Festive Spiced Christmas Margarita, a delightful twist on the classic margarita featuring warm spices and a blend of cranberry and citrus flavors. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and a festive rim, it’s an inviting cocktail to enjoy during the Christmas season or any winter gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Spiced Margarita Ingredients
- 2 ounces tequila (or non-alcoholic tequila)
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce orange liqueur (or orange syrup)
- 1 ounce cranberry juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- a pinch of nutmeg
- a dash of allspice
- 1/2 ounce agave syrup (or chosen sweetener)
Glass Rim
- Salt or sugar for rimming (mixed with a pinch of cinnamon)
- Lime wedge (for rimming)
Garnish
- Lime wheel
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip it into a mixture of sugar and a pinch of cinnamon to create a festive, flavorful rim.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces of tequila (or non-alcoholic tequila), 1 ounce of fresh lime juice, 1 ounce of orange liqueur (or orange syrup), and 1 ounce of cranberry juice for a balanced citrus and fruit flavor base.
- Add the Spices: Sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg, and a dash of allspice. Adjust spices as desired for a spicier or more aromatic cocktail.
- Sweeten to Taste: Add 1/2 ounce of agave syrup or your preferred sweetener, then adjust the amount based on your personal sweetness preference.
- Shake It Up: Fill the shaker with ice, cover it securely, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and combined.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the cocktail into your prepared, ice-filled glass. Garnish with a lime wheel and a light sprinkle of cinnamon on top to enhance the festive presentation and aroma.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the tequila and orange liqueur with non-alcoholic alternatives or syrups.
- Adjust the amount of spices to suit your taste; more cinnamon or nutmeg will deepen the warming flavors.
- Rimming the glass with a cinnamon-sugar mix enhances the holiday feel and adds a sweet contrast to the tartness of the cocktail.
- Shake the cocktail well with ice to achieve the perfect chilled and diluted balance.
- This drink pairs wonderfully with holiday snacks like spiced nuts or savory appetizers.
