Spiced Cider Margarita

This delightful Spiced Cider Margarita combines the flavors of apple, cinnamon, and orange with a generous pour of tequila, creating the perfect cocktail to enjoy throughout the holiday season. The sweetness of apple cider and the warmth of cinnamon are perfectly balanced with the kick of tequila and the citrusy notes of Cointreau or triple sec. The cocktail is served with a sparkle-dusted, sugar-coated rim, making it a festive and flavorful addition to any celebration.

Spiced Cider Margarita

A festive and flavorful cocktail with apple, cinnamon, and tequila, perfect for the holiday season.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 Honeycrisp apple, diced, peeled & cored (add in peel and core to simple syrup)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 ounces tequila
  • 1 ounce Cointreau or triple sec
  • 1 ounce apple cider or apple juice
  • 1/2 ounce lime juice
  • 1/2 - 1 ounce honeycrisp simple syrup

Instructions

  1. In a small pot, combine all simple syrup ingredients and simmer on low for 30-60 minutes.
  2. Strain the syrup and allow it to cool before use. Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 weeks.
  3. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, Cointreau or triple sec, apple cider or juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
  4. Mix cinnamon and sugar on a small plate. Moisten the edge of a lowball glass with a lime wedge and dip the glass into the sugar mixture.
  5. Strain the cocktail into the glass. Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick. Enjoy!