Apple Cider Margarita Recipe
Apple Cider Margarita with tequila, citrus, and a cinnamon sugar rim. Fresh, balanced, and perfect for fall.
Servings 2 Servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 oz apple cider
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz orange juice or orange-liqueur
- 0.5 oz simple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- apple wedges for garnish, optional
- cinnamon sticks for garnish, optional
- ice
Instructions
- Mix granulated 1 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt on a small plate.
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of 2 glasses. Dip the rim in the sugar mixture.
- In a cocktail shaker add the ice, 4 oz apple cider, 2 oz tequila, 0.5 oz simple syrup, 1 oz lime juice, and 1 oz orange juice.
- Shake until chilled. Strain into the 2 prepared glasses with fresh ice.
- Add an apple wedges and cinnamon sticks, if desired, and serve.
Notes
Tips for Storing
- Store leftover cider in the refrigerator in a sealed jar.
- Pre-mix the margarita base without ice and keep it chilled for up to 24 hours.
- Add ice only when serving to maintain flavor.
- Keep garnishes refrigerated in an airtight container.
- Store rim mixture in a dry container for up to one month.
Nutrition
Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 588mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.4mg
