Description
Celebrate the festive season with this Christmas Mistletoe Margarita, a refreshing cocktail featuring silver tequila, citrusy lime, and vibrant cranberry flavors. Garnished with fresh cranberries, lime slices, and mint leaves, and rimmed with coarse salt or sugar, this drink is perfect for holiday gatherings and adds a spirited touch to any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Margarita
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust according to taste)
- Ice cubes
For Garnish
- Fresh cranberries
- Lime slices
- Mint leaves
- Coarse salt or sugar (for rimming the glass)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Take a lime wedge and run it along the rim of your margarita glass. Dip the rim into coarse salt or sugar until evenly coated, then set the glass aside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of silver tequila, 1 oz orange liqueur, 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 oz cranberry juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Add Ice and Shake: Fill the shaker with ice cubes, secure the lid tightly, and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to thoroughly mix and chill the ingredients.
- Strain and Pour: Using a fine strainer, pour the chilled mixture into the prepared margarita glass. Optionally, fill the glass with fresh ice before pouring.
- Garnish the Drink: Add fresh cranberries and a lime slice to the rim of the glass. For extra festive flair, add a few mint leaves on top.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing holiday flavors of your Christmas Mistletoe Margarita.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your desired sweetness level.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Opt for coarse sugar if you prefer a sweeter rim instead of salt.
- You can substitute cranberry juice with cranberry extract for a more intense flavor.
- Ensure the cocktail shaker is properly sealed before shaking to avoid spills.
