Spiced Christmas Margarita: A Festive Non-Alcoholic Twist!
Celebrate the holiday season with a refreshing and festive Spiced Christmas Margarita that combines warm spices and zesty citrus. This delightful drink is perfect for gatherings and will surely become a cherished tradition.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces tequila (or agave syrup and sparkling water for non-alcoholic)
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce orange liqueur (or orange juice/orange-flavored soda for non-alcoholic)
- 2 ounces cranberry juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- pinch of ground clove (optional)
- simple syrup to taste (start with 1/2 ounce)
- salt or sugar for rimming (cinnamon-sugar mix optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Start by rimming your glass. Use a lime wedge to moisten the rim, then dip it into a plate of cinnamon-sugar for a sweet, festive touch.
- Mix the ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 ounces of tequila, 1 ounce of fresh lime juice, 1 ounce of orange liqueur, and 2 ounces of cranberry juice. If you’re making a non-alcoholic version, mix 2 ounces of your agave syrup and sparkling water in place of tequila.
- Add spices: Sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon each of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. For a bit of warmth, add a pinch of ground clove if desired.
- Sweeten to taste: Depending on your preference, add simple syrup to taste. Start with 1/2 ounce and adjust until you reach the desired sweetness.
- Shake it up: Fill the shaker with ice, cover it, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain and serve: Fill your prepared glass with ice and strain the mixture into the glass. If you prefer, you can serve it straight up without ice.
- Garnish: Finish off with a slice of lime or a few fresh cranberries for a beautiful presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels to your preference, and consider chilling your glass for an extra refreshing drink.