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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)

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  • Author: Emily Toshiko
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1x
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Shake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

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.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 oz lime juice (about 1 large lime)
  • 2 1/2 oz tequila
  • 1/8 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 tbsp cinnamon sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

  1. For the cinnamon sugar rim: Add ½ tbsp 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. 
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker half full with ice. Add the lime juice, tequila, apple cider and ⅛ oz (about 1 tsp) of maple syrup. 
  3. Shake well for 10-15 seconds until chilled. 
  4. 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.