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Best Christmas Margarita with Pomegranate & Cinnamon Twist

A festive, vibrant Christmas Margarita infused with fresh pomegranate, warm cinnamon, and premium tequila. This holiday cocktail is visually stunning, quick to prepare, and guaranteed to impress guests with its bold seasonal flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz fresh pomegranate juice
  • 2 oz Reposado tequila
  • 1 oz Grand Marnier
  • 1 oz pure maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp coarse sugar
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper optional

Method
 

  1. Combine coarse sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of cayenne on a small plate.
  2. Moisten the rim of your cocktail glass with a lime wedge and dip into the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  3. Add pomegranate juice, tequila, Grand Marnier, and maple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
  4. Add fresh ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels frosty.
  5. Strain into an ice-filled glass.
  6. Garnish with pomegranate arils and a cinnamon stick.

Notes

Use fresh pomegranate juice for the best flavor and color. Shake for only 15 seconds to avoid over-dilution and maintain the cocktail's vibrant texture.