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Christmas Cocktails

Festive Christmas Cocktails That Spark Holiday Joy

Experience the joy of Christmas Cocktails with this delightful Mistletoe Margarita recipe, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 2 oz Tequila (blanco or reposado) Choose quality tequila for best taste.
  • 1 oz Triple Sec Can be substituted with orange liqueur or omitted.
  • 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice Always opt for freshly squeezed.
  • 2 oz Cranberry Juice Choose pure juice for an authentic taste.
  • 1 oz Simple Syrup Adjust to your liking for sweetness.
  • Ice cubes Ice Cubes Crucial for chilling the cocktail.
For Garnishing
  • a few Fresh Cranberries Optional but recommended for a festive touch.
  • 1 Lime Wedge Enhances presentation.
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint Leaves Adds aroma and color.
For the Rim
  • Coarse Salt or Sugar Choose salt for savory or sugar for sweet.

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • Glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rim your glass with a lime wedge and dip into coarse salt or sugar.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  3. Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  4. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until chilled.
  5. Fill the rimmed glass with fresh ice.
  6. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over the ice.
  7. Garnish with cranberries, a lime wedge, and mint.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 18gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; adjust sweetness as desired; always shake vigorously for best results.

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