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Apple Cider-Mezcal Margarita

This fall version of a margarita features apple cider and mezcal, a liquor made from agave much like tequila. Like a classic margarita, this one blends sweet and sour flavors with a hint of cinnamon and orange from triple sec.

Active Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Yield
Serves 2

How to Make It

1. Step
Combine sugar, cinnamon and salt on a small plate. Rub lime wedge around the rims of 2 old-fashioned glasses. Dip the rims in the sugar mixture until well coated. Fill the glasses with ice cubes.
2. Step
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add cider, lime juice, mezcal and triple sec; cover and shake well. Divide between the prepared glasses. Garnish with cinnamon sticks and apple slices, if desired.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 lime wedge
  • ⅔ cup apple cider
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 2 ½ ounces mezcal
  • ½ ounce triple sec
  • Cinnamon sticks & apple slices for garnish

Tags

Dairy-FreeEgg FreeGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeVeganVegetarian

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