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Best Apple Cider Margarita with Easy Cinnamon Sugar Rim

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A quick and easy fall cocktail made with fresh apple cider, reposado tequila, and a cinnamon sugar rim. Perfect for autumn gatherings, this balanced drink is bright, cozy, and comes together in about five minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ounces (120 ml) fresh apple cider, unfiltered
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) reposado tequila
  • 1 ounce (30 ml) triple sec or orange liqueur (e.g., Grand Marnier or Cointreau)
  • 1 ounce (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Lime wedge, for rimming the glass
  • Ice (large cubes preferred)
  • Optional: Apple slice or cinnamon stick for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cinnamon sugar rim: Mix 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon on a small plate. Stir with a fork until evenly distributed.
  2. Rim your glass: Run a lime wedge around the entire rim of your glass. Invert the glass and dip the rim into the cinnamon sugar mixture, rotating gently to coat evenly. Tap off any excess. Set aside.
  3. Fill your shaker with ice: Add enough ice to fill your shaker about halfway (or use a mason jar with a tight-fitting lid).
  4. Add the tequila: Pour 2 ounces (60 ml) of reposado tequila into the shaker.
  5. Add the apple cider: Pour in 4 ounces (120 ml) of fresh apple cider.
  6. Add the triple sec: Measure 1 ounce (30 ml) of triple sec or orange liqueur and add it to the shaker.
  7. Squeeze in fresh lime juice: Add 1 ounce (30 ml) of freshly squeezed lime juice.
  8. Shake vigorously: Secure the lid and shake hard for about 15 seconds until the shaker feels frosty.
  9. Fill your prepared glass with fresh ice: Discard the ice from the shaker and add fresh ice cubes to your rimmed glass.
  10. Strain and pour: Strain the margarita into your glass over the fresh ice.
  11. Garnish and serve: Add a thin apple slice or a cinnamon stick if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh, unfiltered apple cider for best flavor. Reposado tequila is recommended for its vanilla notes. For a smoky twist, substitute mezcal. To make ahead, mix ingredients (without ice) and refrigerate for up to 24 hours; rim glasses just before serving. For a non-alcoholic version, omit tequila and triple sec and use sparkling apple cider and orange juice.

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