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Candy Cane Margarita

Candy Cane Margarita

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Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Candy cane, candy cocktails, Christmas, Christmas cocktails, Christmas drinks, Cranberry Juice, Margarita, Tequila, tequila cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 oz tequila
  • 1/2 oz orange liqueur
  • 2 drops peppermint extract
  • 3 oz cranberry juice
  • Raspberry seltzer water to top
  • Lime wedge for rimming
  • Sugar for rimming
  • Crushed candy cane for garnish
  • Whole candy cane for garnish

Instructions

  • Rub a lime wedge along the rim of a cocktail glass and dip the rim into sugar on a plate to coat.
  • Fill the glass with ice.
  • In a shaker, combine cranberry juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and peppermint extract. Shake for 15 seconds.
  • Pour the mixture into the glass and top with raspberry seltzer water.
  • Sprinkle crushed candy cane on top and hang a candy cane on the rim for garnish.

Notes

Pro Tips
  • For an extra festive touch, use colored sugar or crushed candy cane for rimming instead of plain sugar.
  • Adjust the peppermint extract based on your taste preference, but use sparingly, as it can quickly overpower the drink.
  • Chill your cocktail glass beforehand for an even frostier experience.
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