Festive Thanksgiving Margarita
A vibrant, citrusy drink packed with festive flavors like cranberry and orange, perfect for complementing Thanksgiving dishes and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) tequila
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) orange liqueur
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) simple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Ice cubes
- Cranberries for garnish
- Orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- Mix 2 tablespoons of sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon on a small plate.
- Moisten the rim of each glass with a slice of orange, then dip the rim into the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Set aside.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Pour in cranberry juice, fresh orange juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and simple syrup. Adjust the simple syrup to your sweetness preference.
- Secure the lid on your shaker and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.
- Fill your prepared glasses with fresh ice.
- Strain the margarita mixture evenly into the glasses over the ice.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and a slice of orange. Add a sprinkle of extra cinnamon on top for a warm finish.
Notes
[‘Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.’, ‘Chill your glasses and refrigerate juices before mixing for a colder drink.’, ‘Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup.’, ‘The cinnamon-sugar rim adds a festive touch and complements the flavors.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
Keywords: Thanksgiving, Margarita, Holiday Drink, Cranberry, Orange, Tequila, Cocktail, Festive Drink