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Christmas Mistletoe Margarita

Festive Christmas Mistletoe Margarita to Delight Your Senses

Enjoy a delightful Christmas Mistletoe Margarita, blending lime, cranberry, and orange liqueur for a festive cocktail experience.
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Christmas Mistletoe Margarita, cocktail recipe, easy margarita, festive cocktail, holiday drinks, party drinks
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 200kcal

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • fine strainer
  • Margarita glass

Ingredients

For the Margarita

  • 2 oz silver tequila smooth base that enhances the margarita's festive flavors
  • 1 oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec) adds a delightful citrus sweetness
  • 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed) the zesty kick
  • 1 oz cranberry juice infuses a lovely color and a hint of tartness
  • ½ oz simple syrup adjust to taste for sweetness

For Garnishing

  • fresh cranberries adds a festive touch
  • fresh mint leaves adds a refreshing burst of green

For Rimming the Glass

  • coarse salt or sugar choose according to your taste
  • ice cubes to chill your drink

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and dip into coarse salt or sugar. Set aside to dry.
  • Combine 2 oz of silver tequila, 1 oz of orange liqueur, 1 oz of lime juice, 1 oz of cranberry juice, and ½ oz of simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
  • Fill the shaker with ice cubes, seal it, and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until cold.
  • Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass. Optionally fill the glass with fresh ice before straining.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries, a slice of lime, and a few mint leaves.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

To maintain freshness, enjoy the cocktail right after preparation. Store any leftovers (without ice) in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 150mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 20mg