Description
Celebrate the holidays with this Festive Spiced Christmas Margarita, a vibrant twist on the classic cocktail. Featuring warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice blended with refreshing cranberry juice and a hint of orange, this margarita is perfectly sweetened with agave syrup and rimmed with a cinnamon-sugar mixture for an irresistible festive flair.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cocktail
- 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)
For the Glass Rim
- Salt or sugar mixed with a pinch of cinnamon
- Lime wedge (for rubbing the rim)
For Garnish
- Lime wheel
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Start by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim of your glass. Then dip the rim into a mixture of sugar and a pinch of cinnamon to create a festive and flavorful coating that complements the spices in the margarita.
- 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. These form the base of your vibrant margarita.
- Add the Spices: Sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg, and a dash of allspice to infuse the drink with warm, seasonal flavors. Adjust the amount if you prefer more spice.
- Sweeten to Taste: Add 1/2 ounce of agave syrup or your chosen sweetener to balance the tartness and spice. You can adjust the quantity to achieve your desired sweetness level.
- Shake It Up: Fill the shaker with ice, cover securely, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and nicely combined.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the chilled cocktail into the prepared glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel and a light sprinkle of cinnamon on top to enhance the festive appearance and aroma.
Notes
- You can substitute tequila for a non-alcoholic tequila alternative to make this a mocktail.
- Adjust the level of spices according to your taste preference for a milder or spicier drink.
- Use orange syrup instead of liqueur for a non-alcoholic version or to add a sweeter note.
- Rimming the glass with cinnamon sugar enhances the holiday theme and adds a delightful initial taste.
- Serve immediately for the best chilled and fresh flavor.
