Christmas Mistletoe Margarita (Printable Version)
A festive tequila cocktail blending cranberry, lime, and mint for a refreshing holiday touch.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Liquids
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60 ml tequila blanco or reposado
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30 ml triple sec
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30 ml fresh lime juice
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30 ml cranberry juice
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15 ml simple syrup
→ Garnishes
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Fresh cranberries
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Lime wedge
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Fresh mint leaves
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Coarse salt or sugar (for rimming)
→ Other
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Ice cubes
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and dip it into coarse salt or sugar to coat.
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Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup.
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Shake vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds until the contents are well chilled.
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Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice cubes.
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Strain the chilled mixture from the shaker into the glass over the ice.
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Add fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, and a sprig of mint as garnish; serve immediately.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Rimming the glass with salt or sugar enhances the contrast of flavors in the cocktail.