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Christmas Cocktails Get a Refresh with the Mistletoe Margarita Recipe

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Celebrate the festive season with this refreshing Mistletoe Margarita, a vibrant cocktail blending tequila, cranberry, and lime flavors, beautifully garnished for a holiday twist.

Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

  • 2 ounces tequila blanco or reposado
  • 1 ounce triple sec
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce cranberry juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • Ice cubes

For Garnish

  • Fresh cranberries
  • Lime wedge
  • Fresh mint leaves

For Glass Rim

  • Coarse salt or sugar
  • Lime wedge (for rimming)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip the rim into coarse salt or sugar to create a festive and flavorful edge.
  2. Fill Shaker with Ice: Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker to chill your cocktail properly as you mix.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Pour tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup into the shaker over the ice.
  4. Shake Well: Shake the mixture vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the cocktail is well-chilled and blended.
  5. Prepare Serving Glass: Fill the rimmed glass with fresh ice cubes, ready to hold your cocktail.
  6. Strain Cocktail: Strain the shaken mixture into the prepared glass over the fresh ice.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Add fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, and a sprig of mint for a festive and aromatic finish. Serve immediately and enjoy your Mistletoe Margarita.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
  • You can substitute simple syrup with agave syrup for a different sweetness profile.
  • For a saltier rim, use coarse salt; for sweeter, use sugar depending on preference.
  • Ensure to shake vigorously for proper chilling and dilution.
  • This cocktail is perfect for holiday parties and festive gatherings.

Keywords: Mistletoe Margarita, Christmas cocktail, holiday drinks, tequila cocktail, festive cocktail, cranberry margarita

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