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Winter Spiced Holiday Margarita

Winter Spiced Holiday Margarita for Cozy Celebrations

Discover the Winter Spiced Holiday Margarita, a seasonal twist on the classic margarita, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Steeping Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Collection
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spiced Hibiscus Syrup
  • 2 cups Water Base liquid for steeping ingredients.
  • 0.5 cup Dried Hibiscus Flowers Provides tartness and floral aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (minced) Adds warmth and spice.
  • 2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Infuses warming spice into the syrup.
  • 1 peel Orange Peels Contributes zesty brightness.
  • 0.75 cup Sugar Sweetens the syrup.
For the Cocktail
  • 2 ounces Blanco Tequila The primary spirit.
  • 1 ounce Spiced Hibiscus Syrup The star ingredient.
  • 1 ounce Lime Juice Essential for acidity.
  • 0.5 ounce Orange Liqueur Enhances the citrus notes.
Optional Garnishes
  • Chili Salt or Cinnamon-Sugar Rim Adds a festive touch.
  • Fresh Rosemary, Cinnamon Stick, or Star Anise Perfect for garnishing.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • shaker
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • measuring cup

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, ½ cup of dried hibiscus flowers, 1 tablespoon of minced fresh ginger, 2 cinnamon sticks, and the peels of 1 orange. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  2. Remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding solids.
  4. Return the syrup to the saucepan, add ¾ cup of sugar, and stir over low heat until dissolved.
  5. Allow the syrup to cool, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  6. Rim your glass with lime juice and dip in sugar or chili salt.
  7. In a shaker filled with ice, combine 2 ounces of blanco tequila, 1 ounce of spiced hibiscus syrup, 1 ounce of lime juice, and ½ ounce of orange liqueur. Shake well.
  8. Strain over crushed ice in your rimmed glass.
  9. Garnish with fresh rosemary, a cinnamon stick, or a star anise.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drinkCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 25gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor. Adjust sweetness to taste.

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