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Spiced Christmas Margarita: Delight in a Festive Twist!

A festive twist on the classic margarita, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces tequila
  • 1 ounce orange liqueur such as Cointreau or Triple Sec
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce cranberry juice
  • 1 teaspoon agave syrup optional, for sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wedges and cinnamon sugar for rimming the glass

Method
 

  1. Run a lime wedge around the rim of a glass and dip it into cinnamon sugar to coat.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, cranberry juice, agave syrup, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  4. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.
  5. Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSugar: 12g

Notes

  • For a festive twist, add a splash of ginger beer for some fizz.
  • You can also substitute the cranberry juice with pomegranate juice for a different flavor profile.

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