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Thanksgiving Margarita Recipe

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Celebrate the festive season with this refreshing Thanksgiving Margarita, a delightful blend of apple cider, pear juice, and gold tequila, accented with a cinnamon stick garnish for a warm, seasonal touch. This cocktail combines sweet and tangy flavors with a hint of orange liqueur, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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For the Margarita

  • 2 oz 100% apple cider
  • 2 oz pear juice
  • 1½ oz gold tequila
  • 1 oz Grand Marnier or orange liqueur
  • Ice (enough to fill glass about 3/4 full)

For the Glass Rim

  • Salt (for rimming the glass)
  • Simple syrup or lime wedge (to adhere salt to glass)

Garnish

  • Cinnamon stick (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Glass Rim: Pour about a 1/4-inch layer of salt on a small plate. Run a lime wedge along the rim of your cocktail glass to moisten it. Then, turn the glass upside down and gently press the rim into the salt to coat it evenly.
  2. Add Ice and Lime: Scoop ice into the prepared glass until it is approximately 3/4 full. Squeeze the remaining lime wedge over the ice to add a burst of fresh citrus flavor.
  3. Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the apple cider, pear juice, gold tequila, and Grand Marnier. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to thoroughly chill and blend the ingredients.
  4. Serve the Margarita: Strain the mixture into the prepared cocktail glass, ensuring that the salted rim and the ice remain undisturbed for presentation and balance.
  5. Garnish and Final Touch: Finish by placing a whole cinnamon stick in the glass to add a warm, aromatic accent that perfectly complements the fall-inspired flavors.

Notes

  • For a sweeter rim, use simple syrup instead of lime juice to adhere the salt.
  • If Grand Marnier is unavailable, use another high-quality orange liqueur as a substitute.
  • Adjust the level of sweetness or tartness by varying the apple cider or pear juice according to your taste.
  • For a non-alcoholic version, omit the tequila and Grand Marnier and replace with sparkling water or additional pear juice.
  • Use fresh lime for best flavor; bottled lime juice may alter the taste.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the cocktail at its freshest and coldest.

Keywords: Thanksgiving margarita, apple cider cocktail, fall cocktail, tequila drink, holiday drinks, pear juice cocktail, cinnamon garnish, seasonal margarita

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