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You Need To Try This Apple Cider Margarita Recipe

By leah jones 

An apple cider margarita is a spin on the classic cocktail with the warmth of some of autumn’s signature flavors like tangy apples and cinnamon. 

Here's a recipe for an Apple Cider Margarita that is perfectly in season.

Ingredients (for 1 serving)

2 oz tequila (specifically Silver/Blanco tequila) 1 oz triple sec (or orange liqueur like Cointreau) 2 oz fresh apple cider

Ingredients

1 oz fresh lime juice 1 tsp maple syrup (optional) Ice cubes Cinnamon sugar (and salt if desired) 

Optional Garnishes

Apple slice Cinnamon stick Lime wedge

Prepare the Rim

Mix equal parts cinnamon and sugar (you can also add a dash of salt) on a small plate.

Prepare the Rim

Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip the rim in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Set the glass aside.

Make the Margarita

In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, triple sec, apple cider, lime juice and maple syrup (if using).

Make the Margarita

Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

Serve

Strain the margarita into your prepared glass filled with ice. Garnish with apple slices, a cinnamon stick or a lime wedge if desired.

Enjoy your cozy and tangy Apple Cider Margarita.