Thanksgiving Margarita Recipe
A refreshing fall twist on a classic cocktail, this Thanksgiving Margarita Recipe blends apple cider, pear juice, and tequila for a cozy, easy-to-make holiday drink—perfect for your festive table!
Equipment
- Measuring jigger or shot glass
- Small plate for salt
- Spoon or straw for stirring
- Glass for serving (rocks glass or margarita glass)
Ingredients
- 2 oz 100% apple cider
- 2 oz pear juice
- 1½ oz gold tequila
- 1 oz Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur
- Salt for rimming the glass
- Simple syrup or lime wedge to help salt stick
- Ice
- Cinnamon stick for garnish
- 3 thin apple slices for garnish (optional)
- 3 fresh or frozen cranberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Rim your glass:
- Pour a bit of simple syrup on a plate. Dip the rim of your glass in it, then press the rim into salt. Set aside.
Mix it up:
- In a shaker (or a mason jar), add ice, apple cider, pear juice, tequila, and orange liqueur.
Shake or stir:
- Shake well for 10 seconds (or stir if you’re not shaking). You want it chilled and lightly frothy.
Pour and garnish:
- Fill your salted glass with ice, pour in the margarita, and garnish with a cinnamon stick, apple slices, and a few cranberries.
Notes
This drink is just as welcome at a Halloween party or Christmas brunch as it is at Thanksgiving. Just switch up the garnish to match the vibe!