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Christmas Mistletoe Margarita

This festive twist on a classic margarita combines smooth tequila with bright cranberry juice and citrus notes, creating the perfect holiday cocktail. The drink is rimmed with sparkling sugar or salt and garnished with fresh cranberries, lime, and mint for a stunning presentation that captures the spirit of the season.
Simple yet sophisticated, this Christmas Mistletoe Margarita is ideal for holiday entertaining or cozy winter evenings.
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces tequila blanco or reposado
  • 1 ounce triple sec
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce cranberry juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • Fresh cranberries for garnish
  • Lime wedge for garnish
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Coarse salt or sugar for rimming
  • Ice cubes

Instructions
 

  • Begin by preparing your glass. Run a lime wedge around the rim and dip in coarse salt or sugar.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  • Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well-chilled.
  • Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice.
  • Strain the mixture into the glass.
  • Garnish with fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, and mint sprig.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

For a mocktail version, substitute the tequila and triple sec with additional cranberry juice and a splash of orange juice, adjusting the simple syrup to taste.
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