Description

This Spiced Christmas Margarita combines zesty citrus and sweet pomegranate with warm spices, creating a delightful holiday drink that’s simple to make and a perfect celebration of the festive spirit.

Ingredients

Scale

2 oz tequila
2.5 oz pomegranate juice
2 oz orange juice
0.5 oz orange liqueur
1 tbsp honey
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground ginger
1 pinch cayenne pepper
4 oz ginger beer (optional)
1 rosemary sprig (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the glass by dipping the rim in cinnamon sugar mixture and filling it with ice.
In a shaker, combine all the liquid ingredients: pomegranate juice, tequila, orange juice, orange liqueur, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne.
Shake well for about 15 seconds until chilled.
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
Top with a splash of ginger beer if desired and garnish with rosemary and a cinnamon stick.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
For smoothness, fine strain the mixture to remove any pulp before serving.
Experiment with garnishes to personalize your cocktail.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 drink
Calories: 200
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg