Christmas Mistletoe Margarita 🍊
Ingredients
2 ounces tequila (blanco or reposado) 🥃
1 ounce triple sec (or orange liqueur)
1 ounce fresh lime juice (about half a lime) 🍈
1 ounce cranberry juice 🍒
1/2 ounce simple syrup (adjust to taste) 🍯
Fresh cranberries (for garnish) 🍒
Lime wedge (for garnish) 🍈
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish) 🌿
Coarse salt or sugar (for rimming the glass) 🧂
Ice cubes ❄️
Preparation Steps
Prepare the Glass: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita glass and dip it into coarse salt or sugar to coat the rim 🍈🧂.
Mix the Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice ❄️.
Shake It Up: Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled 🍹.
Strain and Pour: Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass filled with ice 🍸.
Garnish: Garnish with fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, and a sprig of mint for a festive touch 🎄🌿.
Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your delightful Christmas Mistletoe Margarita! 🎉
Cheers to your festive Christmas Mistletoe Margarita!
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