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Cozy Apple Cider Margarita with Cinnamon Sugar Rim

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A warm-spiced fall cocktail that combines tart apple cider, smooth reposado tequila, and fresh lime juice with a sweet cinnamon sugar rim. It’s like apple pie and a margarita had a baby—simple, cozy, and perfect for any autumn gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 2 oz reposado tequila (recommended: Cazadores or Espolòn)
  • 4 oz fresh apple cider (unfiltered, no added sugar preferred)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
  • 1/2 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
  • Ice cubes (enough to fill glass)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon maple syrup or agave nectar (for sweeter taste)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for rim)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for rim)
  • Lime wedge (for rim)
  • Thin apple slice or cinnamon stick (for garnish, optional)
  • Star anise (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cinnamon sugar rim: In a small shallow dish, combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Stir until evenly mixed.
  2. Rim your glass: Run a lime wedge around the entire rim of a rocks glass. Dip the rim into the cinnamon sugar mixture, rotating to coat evenly. Tap off excess.
  3. Fill the glass with ice cubes almost to the top.
  4. Add 2 oz reposado tequila over the ice.
  5. Add 1/2 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec).
  6. Squeeze 1 oz fresh lime juice directly into the glass.
  7. Pour in 4 oz fresh apple cider.
  8. Stir gently with a long spoon for about 10 seconds until well combined. Taste and add 1 teaspoon maple syrup or agave if desired.
  9. Garnish with a thin apple slice, cinnamon stick, or star anise. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use reposado tequila for best flavor—its oaky notes complement the apple and cinnamon. Chill the glass in the freezer for 10 minutes to keep the drink colder longer. Don’t over-wet the rim; a light lime swipe is enough. For a crowd, batch the liquid ingredients (minus ice) in a pitcher and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Rim glasses just before serving to prevent sogginess. For a hot version, omit ice and gently warm ingredients in a saucepan.

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Keywords: apple cider margarita, fall cocktail, cinnamon sugar rim, reposado tequila, cozy drink, Thanksgiving cocktail, easy margarita

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