Christmas Mistletoe Margarita – A Festive Holiday Cocktail
A festive holiday margarita with cranberry, lime, tequila, and rosemary — perfect for Christmas parties and winter celebrations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
Ingredients
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2 oz tequila blanco
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1 oz triple sec or Cointreau
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1 oz fresh lime juice
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1 oz cranberry juice (unsweetened or cocktail)
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½ oz simple syrup or agave
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Ice
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Garnish: fresh cranberries, rosemary sprig, sugared rim
Instructions
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Chill your glass and prepare the sugared rim by dipping it in sugar after rubbing with lime.
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In a shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, cranberry juice, and sweetener with ice.
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Shake well until chilled (about 15–20 seconds).
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Strain into the prepared glass over ice.
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Garnish with cranberries and a rosemary sprig. Serve immediately.
Notes
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For a bubbly version, top with club soda or prosecco.
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To make a mocktail, omit alcohol and replace with sparkling water and juice.
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Blend with ice for a frozen margarita.