Description
Celebrate the holiday season with this festive Christmas Mistletoe Margarita, a refreshing cocktail blending silver tequila, cranberry juice, and lime with a touch of sweetness and a festive garnish. Perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy winter evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 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)
Garnishes
- Fresh cranberries
- Lime slices
- Mint leaves
- Coarse salt or sugar, for rimming the glass
Other
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Take a lime wedge and run it along the rim of your margarita glass. Dip the rim in coarse salt or sugar to coat it thoroughly, then set the glass aside for later.
- Mix the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the silver tequila, orange liqueur, freshly squeezed lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup to create the flavorful base of your margarita.
- Add ice and shake: Fill the shaker with ice cubes and secure the lid tightly. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to chill and blend the ingredients thoroughly.
- Strain into glass: Using a fine strainer, pour the shaken mixture into the prepared margarita glass. Add fresh ice cubes to the glass if desired to keep the drink chilled.
- Garnish: Decorate the rim with a slice of lime and add a few fresh cranberries inside the glass. For an extra festive touch, add some mint leaves as garnish.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp, refreshing, and festive flavors of your Christmas Mistletoe Margarita.
Notes
- Adjust the simple syrup to your preferred sweetness level.
- The coarse salt or sugar rim adds an extra layer of flavor—choose based on your taste preference.
- Fresh cranberry juice can be substituted for bottled for a more natural tang.
- To make it extra festive, consider adding a sprig of rosemary as an alternative garnish.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best citrus flavor.
