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Winter Spiced Holiday Margarita

Cozy Up with a Winter Spiced Holiday Margarita Delight

This Winter Spiced Holiday Margarita features vibrant hibiscus, cozy spices, and citrus for a festive twist on a classic drink.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Hibiscus Syrup
  • 4 cups Water Base liquid for brewing hibiscus tea; quality matters!
  • 1 cup Dried Hibiscus Flowers Adds tartness and a beautiful deep color; you can use hibiscus tea bags for convenience.
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Fresh Ginger Provides warmth and spice; ginger syrup serves as a sweet alternative.
  • 2 sticks Cinnamon Infuses aromatic spice; ground cinnamon works too, but remember to use less.
  • 2 pieces Orange Peels Enhances citrus flavor; fresh zest can be a lovely substitute.
  • 1 cup Sugar Sweetens the drink to balance tartness; try honey or agave syrup for a unique twist.
Margarita
  • 2 ounces Blanco Tequila Offers crispness for the cocktail; consider reposado for a richer taste.
  • 2 ounces Spiced Hibiscus Syrup Essential for the cocktail's vibrant flavor; make sure it’s cooled before using.
  • 2 ounces Lime Juice Adds necessary acidity; fresh is best, but bottled can save time.
  • 1 ounce Orange Liqueur Brings sweetness and depth; any orange-flavored liqueur will do.
Rim Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Salt or Cinnamon-Sugar Elevates taste and presentation; regular salt or sugar can work in a pinch.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • cocktail shaker
  • Fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Steps
  1. Brew the Hibiscus Tea: In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups of water, 1 cup of dried hibiscus flowers, 2 tablespoons of minced fresh ginger, 2 cinnamon sticks, and the peels from 2 oranges. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 3–4 minutes.
  2. Steep and Strain: Remove from heat, let steep for 15 minutes, then strain through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding solids.
  3. Make the Spiced Syrup: Return strained liquid to saucepan, add 1 cup of sugar, heat on low until dissolved (about 3–5 minutes). Let cool to room temperature.
  4. Prepare the Glass: Moisten rims of glasses with lime wedge, then dip in chili salt or cinnamon-sugar.
  5. Mix the Cocktail: Fill cocktail shaker with ice, add 2 ounces of spiced hibiscus syrup, 2 ounces of lime juice, 2 ounces of Blanco tequila, and 1 ounce of orange liqueur. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Fill prepared glass with crushed ice, strain cocktail mixture over ice, and garnish with rosemary, a cinnamon stick, or orange slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 25gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and allow proper steeping time for hibiscus. Adjust sweetness to taste.

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