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Cozy Spiced Apple Cider Margarita Recipe with Easy Cinnamon Salt Rim

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A warm and festive margarita featuring spiced apple cider, tequila, and a cinnamon salt rim, perfect for cozy fall and winter evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) fresh or store-bought apple cider
  • 2 oz (60 ml) tequila blanco (100% agave)
  • 1 oz (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch (about 1/8 tsp) ground cloves
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional but recommended)
  • Cinnamon Sugar Salt Rim:
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • Ice cubes for shaking and serving
  • Apple slices and cinnamon stick for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cinnamon Salt Rim: In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon granulated sugar. Stir well to combine. (2 minutes)
  2. Rim the Glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass to moisten. Then dip the rim into the cinnamon salt mixture, twisting to coat evenly. Set the glass aside. (3 minutes)
  3. Mix the Drink: In your cocktail shaker, add 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider, 2 oz (60 ml) tequila blanco, 1 oz (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, a pinch of ground cloves, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey. (5 minutes)
  4. Add Ice and Shake: Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes, cover, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until chilled and well combined. (1 minute)
  5. Strain & Serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice cubes. (2 minutes)
  6. Garnish: Add a thin apple slice on the rim and a cinnamon stick inside the drink. (1 minute)

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Adjust maple syrup to balance tartness of cider. Shake vigorously to blend spices and chill. For non-alcoholic version, replace tequila with sparkling apple cider or ginger beer. Rim the glass immediately after moistening to prevent salt from falling off. Store spiced cider mixture refrigerated up to 2 days. Warm version can be made by gently heating cider and serving with tequila floated on top.

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Keywords: apple cider margarita, spiced margarita, fall cocktail, cinnamon salt rim, tequila cocktail, cozy drink, autumn drink, holiday cocktail

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