Mistletoe Margarita: The Best Festive Twist on a Classic Drink
A festive twist on the classic margarita, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces tequila
- 1 ounce orange liqueur
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce cranberry juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- 1 lime wedge for garnish
- 1 sprig of fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker, combine tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup.
- Add ice and shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint.
Notes
- For a sweeter drink, increase the amount of simple syrup.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 5 milligrams
- Fat: 0 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 0 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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