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Apple Cider Margarita

Apple Cider Margarita: The Best Refreshing Twist on Fall Flavor

Enjoy this refreshing Apple Cider Margarita, the perfect twist on a fall favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course cocktails
Cuisine American
Servings 2 cocktails
Calories 299 kcal

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • shallow bowl

Ingredients
  

Cinnamon Sugar Rim

  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Margarita Ingredients

  • 6 ounces apple cider
  • 3 ounces tequila
  • 2 Tablespoons apple butter optional
  • 1 Tablespoon agave optional, add for a sweeter cocktail
  • 1 ounce Cointreau
  • 1-2 cups ice for cocktail shaking and serving

Optional Garnishes

  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • apple slices

Instructions
 

Cinnamon Sugar Rim

  • Mix the cinnamon and sugar in a shallow bowl. Run the lime wedge along the rim of each cocktail glass to moisten it.
  • Dunk the cocktail glass rim into the bowl of cinnamon sugar and swirl it around until coated. Set aside for at least 2 minutes to harden.

Make the margaritas

  • Add the apple cider, tequila, apple butter, agave, and Cointreau to a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker to the top with ice.
  • Add the lid and vigorously shake until the glass is frosted. Strain the cocktail into the two cinnamon sugar rimmed glasses.
  • Serve with optional garnishes including cinnamon sticks and apple slices. Enjoy!

Notes

Margaritas are best enjoyed served right away and do not store well as leftovers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 133mgFiber: 1gSugar: 39gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword Apple Cider Margarita, apple cocktails, cocktail recipes, fall drinks, refreshing drinks, tequila cocktails
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