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Best Apple Cider Margarita with Easy Cinnamon Sugar Rim

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This Best Apple Cider Margarita with Cinnamon Sugar Rim is the perfect fall cocktail—easy to make in under 5 minutes with simple ingredients, and it’s a crowd-pleaser that tastes like autumn in a glass.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 lime wedge
  • 2 ounces silver tequila
  • 3 ounces fresh apple cider
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce orange liqueur
  • Ice cubes
  • Optional: 1 thin apple slice or cinnamon stick for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cinnamon sugar rim: On a small plate, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon together until well combined. Run the lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip the rim into the cinnamon sugar mixture, twisting gently to coat evenly. Tap off any excess. Set the glass aside.
  2. Juice the lime: Roll the lime on the counter with your palm before cutting to release the juices. Cut it in half and juice it to get about 1 ounce.
  3. Combine the liquid ingredients: Fill your cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Add the silver tequila, fresh apple cider, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur.
  4. Shake it like you mean it: Secure the lid on your shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels frosty cold.
  5. Fill the glass with ice: Add fresh ice cubes to your prepared glass.
  6. Strain and pour: Strain the margarita mixture into the prepared glass, filling it almost to the rim.
  7. Garnish and serve: Add a thin apple slice and/or a cinnamon stick for garnish. Serve immediately.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh, unfiltered apple cider and fresh lime juice. Avoid bottled lime juice. If you don’t have a shaker, stir ingredients in a glass with ice for about 30 seconds. For a party, multiply ingredients and mix in a pitcher (without ice) up to 24 hours in advance. The cinnamon sugar rim should be applied fresh.

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Keywords: apple cider margarita, fall cocktail, cinnamon sugar rim, easy margarita, seasonal drink

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