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Apple Cider Margarita (with Ginger Beer)

Modified: Aug 29, 2024 · Published: Nov 17, 2021 by Emily Toshiko · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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An apple cider margarita (with ginger beer) is sure to get you in the Fall spirit! This autumn inspired cocktail incorporates warming spices and flavors into the classic margarita. It is the perfect drink to add to your repertoire this season. 

A wine glass on a wooden coaster filled with a fall margarita and apple slices for garnish.

The classic margarita includes tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice. The fall apple cider margarita adds a fun twist! We incorporate apple cider which adds an element of sweetness to the margarita, while the ginger brings a bit of spice! You can use spiced apple cider for even more fall flavors!

Apple cider margaritas are popular during the fall season. Enjoy these tasty cocktails at Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving or Fall potlucks! They pair well with stuffed acorn squash, homemade chunky applesauce and harvest pasta salad! 

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  • Why You'll Love This Recipe
  • Equipment Notes
  • Ingredient Notes
  • Substitutions and Variations
  • Step by Step Instructions
  • Tips and Tricks
  • How to Store
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Fall Food Pairings
  • More Festive Cocktails You'll Love
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  • Apple Cider Margarita (with Ginger Beer)

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • The fall flavors give cozy, warming vibes for a fun twist on a classic cocktail.
  • It will be a great addition to your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving menu!
  • This autumn margarita is made with ginger beer to give it a bubbly texture!

Equipment Notes

If you enjoy making cocktails at home I recommend getting a cocktail kit with a a citrus juicer, cocktail shaker and a jigger. If you don’t have this equipment at home, no problem! You can use a liquid measuring cup and a mason jar with a lid as a shaker! 

Ingredient Notes

A shallow white bowl with cinnamon sugar, a small white plate with maple syrup, a bottle of ginger beer, a small bowl of apple cider, a small bowl of tequila, a lime, 2 apples, and a bottle of maple syrup.
  • Tequila - pick your favorite kind! I recommend using a silver or blanco tequila, which is known for pairing well in mixed drinks. 
  • Apple Cider - you can use regular or spiced apple cider.
  • Limes - always use fresh lime juice in a margarita, never the bottled stuff! You will need 1 large lime for 1 oz of lime juice. 
  • Maple syrup - for a touch of sweetness! I recommend using a small amount but you can always add more for a sweeter cocktail. If you opt for the cinnamon sugar rim you will need to dip the rim of the glass in a bit of maple syrup as well. 
  • Ginger beer - this adds lovely flavor and fizz to the drink! Note - ginger beer is non-alcoholic despite the name.
  • Cinnamon sugar - for the rim of the glass. The cinnamon sugar rim is completely optional but adds a nice cozy vibe to the fall margarita. 
  • Ice - it's a cozy drink but you still want it cold!
  • Apple slices - totally optional, throw them into the glass and use as a garnish!

Substitutions and Variations

  • Spiced apple cider - used spiced cider to make a spiced apple cider margarita! This will add even more warming flavors. 
  • Sparkling cider - try usings sparkling apple cider for a super bubbly beverage. 
  • Cranberry - add a splash of cranberry juice for a cranberry apple flavor!
  • Ginger ale - if you can’t find ginger beer try swapping in ginger ale instead!
  • Simple syrup - you can use this instead of maple syrup. Try using easy microwave simple syrup! 

Step by Step Instructions

A wine glass upside down in a shallow white bowl filled with cinnamon sugar.

 Add ½ tablespoon of maple syrup to a shallow plate. Dip the rim of your glass in the syrup, then dip the rim into the cinnamon sugar, twisting the glass until it is coated. Set aside. 

A cocktail shake filled with ice, apple cider, tequila, lime juice and maple syrup.

Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add the lime juice, tequila, apple cider and ⅛ oz (about 1 tsp) of maple syrup. 

A chilled, shaken cocktail shaker filled with an apple cider margarita.

Shake well for 10-15 seconds until chilled. 

A wine glass filled with ice, apple cider and ginger beer, garnished with a cinnamon sugar rim.

Pour the fall margarita into the sugar rimmed glass over ice. Top it off with the ginger beer. Garnish with a couple of apple slices, stir and enjoy!

Hint: Make sure to use FRESH squeezed lime juice for the best results.

A fall margarita on a wooden coaster in a wine glass garnished with cinnamon sugar and apple slices with a bowl of cinnamon sugar in the background.

Tips and Tricks

Do not add ginger beer to the cocktail shaker! Ginger beer is fizzy and should only be used to top off this drink. Make sure to give the margarita a stir to distribute the ginger beer before serving.

How to Store

I recommend making apple cider margaritas to order. If you would like to make a few ahead of time, leave out the ice and ginger beer until ready to serve. Add the ice and top it off with ginger beer immediately before serving.  

An apple cider margarita in a wine glass on a wooden coaster with apples and cinnamon sticks in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can be used as a substitute for apple cider?

Try usings apple juice in a palace of apple cider. The flavor will be slightly different but it will work well.

What is the difference between apple cider and apple juice?

Apple cider is unfiltered and sometimes unpasteurized. It will look darker and cloudier in appearance. Since it is unfiltered you may see apple bits floating around in the cider. Apple juice is more processed; it is filtered and pasteurized. The apple juice will appear more clear and lighter in color.

What alcohol mixes well with apple cider?

Tequila, vodka or even caramel flavored vodka!

Fall Food Pairings

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  • Overhead of stuffed acorn squash with quinoa.
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  • Fall harvest pasta salad on a large plate with wooden spoons and a napkin.
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  • Close up of beet and butternut squash salad with forks and pomegranate seeds.
    Roasted Beet and Butternut Squash Salad

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  • Straight on view of a coupe glasses with a candy cane rim filled with a chocolate peppermint martini with blurred lights in the background.
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A fall cider margarita in a wine glass with a cinnamon sugar rim on a wooden coaster garnished with apple slices.

Apple Cider Margarita (with Ginger Beer)

Emily Toshiko
An apple cider margarita (with ginger beer) is sure to get you in the Fall spirit! This autumn inspired cocktail incorporates warming spices and flavors into the classic margarita.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 324 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 oz lime juice about 1 large lime
  • 2 ½ oz tequila
  • ⅛ oz maple syrup about 1 tsp
  • 3 oz apple cider
  • 3 oz ginger beer
  • 2-3 apple slices for garnish optional

For the optional cinnamon sugar rim:

  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar
  • ½ tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions
 

For the Cinnamon Sugar Rim:

  • Add ½ tablespoon of maple syrup to a shallow plate. Dip the rim of your glass in the syrup, then dip the rim into the cinnamon sugar, twisting the glass until it is coated. Set aside. 

For the Apple Cider Margarita:

  • Fill a cocktail shaker half full with ice. Add the lime juice, tequila, apple cider and ⅛ oz (about 1 tsp) of maple syrup. 
  • Shake well for 10-15 seconds until chilled. 
  • Pour the margarita into the sugar rimmed glass over ice. Top it off with 3 oz of ginger beer. Stir lightly. Garnish with a couple of apple slices and enjoy!

Notes

  • The apple slices and cinnamon sugar rimmed glass are completely optional! It's an extra step but it will wow your guests and even yourself!
  • Always use fresh squeezed lime juice rather than the bottled stuff. 
Serving: 1glassCalories: 324kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 11mgPotassium: 151mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 0.3mg

The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

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  1. Denise Payne says

    October 12, 2024 at 8:32 pm

    5 stars
    My sister and niece made these and fell in love with them. Can’t wait to get the ingredients to make my own with my daughter!

    Reply
    • Emily Toshiko says

      October 14, 2024 at 7:45 am

      That makes me so happy to hear! Thanks Denise!

      Reply
  2. Cathy says

    October 11, 2024 at 4:40 pm

    Can't wait to try this drink...so perfect for the harvest season!!

    Reply
    • Emily Toshiko says

      October 14, 2024 at 7:45 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Em says

    November 11, 2023 at 11:17 am

    5 stars
    This drink really encompass all of the fall flavors. I love the addition of ginger beer!

    Reply

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