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Christmas Cocktails Get a Refresh with the Mistletoe Margarita

Christmas Cocktails Get a Refresh with Mistletoe Margarita Magic

Experience a festive twist with the Christmas Mistletoe Margarita, combining fresh lime, cranberry juice, and tequila for a holiday delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Best of 2025
Cuisine: Cocktails
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 2 oz Tequila (blanco or reposado) or a mild non-alcoholic spirit for a mocktail
  • 1 oz Triple Sec substitute with orange liqueur or omit for less sweetness
  • 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice fresh is best
  • 2 oz Cranberry Juice unsweetened for a healthier option
  • 1 oz Simple Syrup agave syrup is an alternative
For Garnishing
  • 5 pcs Fresh Cranberries for color and flair
  • 1 wedge Lime for extra zest
  • 3 leaves Fresh Mint basil is a twist
  • 1 tsp Coarse Salt or Sugar for rimming the glass
  • 1 cup Ice Cubes fresh ice for chilling

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • glass

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim, then dip the rim in coarse salt or sugar.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with fresh ice cubes for chilling.
  3. Pour tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup into the shaker with ice.
  4. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the shaker frosts.
  5. Fill your prepared glass with fresh ice cubes.
  6. Strain the cocktail mixture into the glass filled with ice using a fine mesh strainer.
  7. Garnish with fresh cranberries, a lime wedge, and mint leaves for presentation.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Christmas Mistletoe Margarita.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 20gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients will elevate the flavors of your cocktail. Adjust sweetness according to your taste preferences.

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