Christmas Mistletoe Margarita – My Incredible Recipes
The Christmas Mistletoe Margarita is a festive holiday cocktail blending the classic tangy margarita flavors with seasonal ingredients like cranberry juice, cinnamon sugar, and fresh mint. Vibrantly colored and easy to make, this drink is perfect for family gatherings, parties, and cozy winter evenings, offering a balanced sweet, tart, and spicy experience that can be customized to suit any palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 ounces Tequila Blanco
- 1 ounce Cranberry Juice
- 1 ounce Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.5 ounces Triple Sec
- 0.5 ounces Simple Syrup
Garnishes
- Fresh Cranberries (optional)
- Mint Leaves
- Cinnamon Sugar Rim (cinnamon sugar mix for rimming the glass)
- Cinnamon Stick (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Glass: Rim your glass by dipping it in fresh lime juice then into cinnamon sugar to create a sweet and spicy edge that enhances each sip.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a shaker filled with ice, combine 2 ounces of tequila blanco, 1 ounce of cranberry juice, 1 ounce of fresh lime juice, 0.5 ounces of triple sec, and 0.5 ounces of simple syrup. Shake vigorously to chill and blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice to keep the margarita cold and refreshing.
- Add Festive Garnishes: Drop a few fresh cranberries and a sprig of mint on top. Optionally, add a cinnamon stick for extra aroma and holiday charm.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice and real cranberry juice for the best vibrant taste and authenticity.
- Pre-chill your glass in the freezer to keep the drink colder longer.
- Adjust simple syrup to balance sweetness and tartness to your liking.
- Shake well to ensure flavors blend and the drink chills evenly.
- Customize the cinnamon sugar rim by adding crushed peppermint for a seasonal twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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