Christmas Mistletoe Margarita – My Incredible Recipes
Introduction
The Christmas Mistletoe Margarita is a festive twist on the classic cocktail, boasting vibrant colors and bold flavors that embody the holiday spirit. Bursting with bright cranberry, zesty lime, and smooth tequila, this merry margarita is guaranteed to dazzle at your next holiday party. With its refreshing taste and eye-catching garnish, it’s the ultimate holiday cocktail for gatherings, celebrations, or a cozy night in.
The Festive Appeal of the Christmas Mistletoe Margarita
What makes this recipe a holiday favorite? It’s all about the perfect blend of tart cranberries, sweet orange liqueur, and crisp tequila—finished with a splash of sparkling club soda for extra cheer. The juicy green and red garnishes make each glass a showpiece, so your cocktail tray will look as good as it tastes. It’s a drink that instantly brings everyone together, ringing in fun and festivity with every sip.
Crafting the Perfect Holiday Margarita
Making the Christmas Mistletoe Margarita is simple, yet the layered flavors and bright color palette make it feel luxurious. You’ll combine cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, tequila, and triple sec, shaking with ice until chilled. A sugar-rimmed glass and fresh rosemary sprig add a touch of winter elegance, while the cranberries offer a pop of color reminiscent of mistletoe berries. This drink easily scales for a crowd, making it your go-to holiday party punch.
Serving Suggestions for Your Christmas Cocktail
Serve your margarita in chilled glasses garnished with lime wheels and a rosemary sprig “mistletoe.” For a crowd-friendly batch, combine the base ingredients in a pitcher, chill ahead, and add soda just before serving. Pair with cheese boards, spicy appetizers, or holiday cookies for a wow-worthy celebration spread!
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe makes 4 Christmas Mistletoe Margaritas. Each cocktail contains approximately 180–200 calories (depending on mixers and optional add-ins), making it a lighter choice for festive sipping.
Christmas Mistletoe Margarita Recap
Bright, tart, and utterly festive—this margarita is made for sharing and sipping all season long. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s the perfect addition to your collection of incredible holiday recipes.
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Prepare your glasses by running a lime wedge around the rim, then dipping into sugar to coat the edges. Set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker, add cranberry juice, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture evenly into 4 prepared glasses filled with fresh ice.
- Top each glass with a splash of club soda or sparkling water for a festive fizz.
- Garnish each drink with a handful of fresh cranberries, a lime wheel, and a rosemary sprig to resemble mistletoe.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the cheers!
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Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Give this Christmas Mistletoe Margarita a spot on your holiday menu and enjoy the season’s festivities—shopped, prepped, and planned with ease.