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Apple Cider Margarita Recipe (Best 5-Minute Cocktail) Copy

Savannah
A refreshing fall cocktail made with crisp apple cider, blanco tequila, fresh lime, and maple syrup. Finished with a cinnamon-sugar rim, it's perfect for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or cozy autumn evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktail, Beverage
Cuisine American / Mexican-Inspired
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 299 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Blanco tequila
  • 2 oz Fresh apple cider
  • 0.75 oz Orange liqueur
  • 0.75 oz Fresh lime juice
  • 0.25 oz Maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
  • 0.25 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • Ice as needed
  • Lime wedge for the rim
  • Thin apple slices
  • Lime wheels
  • Cinnamon sticks

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the rim
    Combine the sugar and cinnamon on a small plate. Rub a lime wedge around the edge of a rocks glass, then dip into the cinnamon sugar.
  • Fill the cocktail shaker
    Add the tequila, apple cider, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and maple syrup to a shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake until chilled
    Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds, until the shaker feels very cold.
  • Prepare the glass
    Fill the cinnamon-sugar-rimmed glass with fresh ice.
  • Strain and adjust
    Strain the cocktail over the ice. Taste and adjust with a little lime juice or maple syrup if needed.
  • Garnish and serve
    Add an apple slice, lime wheel, and cinnamon stick. Serve immediately.

Notes

Fresh, unfiltered apple cider delivers a fuller apple flavor. Taste before adding more maple syrup, since cider sweetness varies. For a pitcher, mix ingredients ahead and refrigerate without ice, then serve over fresh ice.