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Spiced Christmas Margarita

Spiced Christmas Margarita: Your Festive Twist on Tradition

This Spiced Christmas Margarita blends sweet pomegranate and tangy tangerine juices with warm spices, creating a delightful and festive cocktail.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 2 oz Tequila Use silver or blanco for best results.
  • 2 oz Pomegranate Juice Can substitute with cranberry juice.
  • 1 oz Tangerine Juice Regular orange juice is a good backup.
  • 1 oz Orange Liqueur Cointreau is preferred; Triple Sec works too.
  • 1 tsp Honey Can swap in maple syrup.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional for flavor depth.
For the Spices
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon Use fresh cinnamon sticks as garnish.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger Grated fresh ginger can be used.
  • a pinch Cayenne Pepper Omit for a milder flavor.
For the Garnish
  • 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary Offers aromatic appeal.
  • to taste Ginger Beer Optional for a fizzy top-off.

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • rocks glass
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spiced Christmas Margarita
  1. Prepare the Cinnamon-Sugar Rim by mixing coarse sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Moisten the rim of a rocks glass with a tangerine slice and dip it into the sugar mixture. Fill the glass with ice.
  2. Combine pomegranate juice, tangerine juice, tequila, orange liqueur, honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and cayenne pepper in a cocktail shaker.
  3. Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously with ice for about 15 seconds until cold.
  4. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over ice.
  5. Optional: Top off with a splash of ginger beer.
  6. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a sprig of fresh rosemary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 18gVitamin C: 25mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Pre-mix juices and spices in advance for an easy preparation. Adjust cayenne based on desired spice level. A non-alcoholic version can be made with sparkling water.

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