Spiced Christmas Margarita
A merry mix of citrus, cinnamon, and cranberry that captures the festive spirit of the season in every sip, this Spiced Christmas Margarita is the ultimate holiday cocktail.
Ingredients
For the Margarita
- 4 oz silver or reposado tequila
- 2 oz orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- 2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1.5 oz agave syrup or simple syrup
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp sugar for glass rim
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon for glass rim
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- 2 lime wedges for garnish
- 2 cinnamon sticks optional garnish
- 1–2 star anise pods optional, for aroma
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix sugar and cinnamon on a small plate. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass, then dip into the mixture for a sparkling spiced edge.
- Fill your shaker halfway with ice.
- Add tequila, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, lime juice, agave syrup, and ground cinnamon.
- Shake well for 20 seconds until the mixture is cold and fragrant.
- Strain into the prepared glasses over fresh ice.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, a cinnamon stick, and a star anise pod for an extra festive touch.
- Serve immediately and sip the magic of the holidays!
Notes
Pro Tips: For easy serving, combine all ingredients (without ice) in a pitcher and shake individual servings when ready. Top with a splash of sparkling water or prosecco for a bubbly twist. For a mocktail, replace tequila and liqueur with sparkling cranberry juice and fresh lime. Garnish with rosemary or sugared cranberries for an elegant touch.