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Spiced Christmas Margarita

Delight in a Spiced Christmas Margarita to Celebrate the Season

Enjoy a Spiced Christmas Margarita that captures the essence of the season, combining pomegranate and spices for a festive twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 2.5 ounces pomegranate juice
  • 2 ounces orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 ounces tequila high-quality
  • 0.5 ounces orange liqueur premium option
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Spices
  • 0.125 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.125 teaspoon ground ginger
  • a pinch cayenne pepper
For the Garnish
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • to taste splash ginger beer optional
For the Rim
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • a pinch cayenne pepper

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • rocks glass
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the rim by mixing the coarse sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Coat the rim of a rocks glass with the sugar mixture.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine pomegranate juice, orange juice, tequila, orange liqueur, honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until chilled.
  4. Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
  5. Optional: Top with a splash of ginger beer for added fizz.
  6. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary for aromatic appeal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to use freshly squeezed juices for the best flavor experience. Adjust the spice levels to taste.

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