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Perfect Spiced Apple Cider Margarita with Cinnamon Sugar Rim

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This Perfect Spiced Apple Cider Margarita with Cinnamon Sugar Rim is the perfect bridge between the last sips of summer and the first real tastes of fall. It’s tart, sweet, has a warm spice kick, and the cinnamon sugar rim is the whole point.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 lime wedge
  • 2 ounces silver tequila (blanco)
  • 1 ounce orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
  • 2 ounces fresh apple cider
  • 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
  • ½ ounce pure maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
  • Ice
  • 1 thin apple slice (for garnish, optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Cinnamon Sugar Rim: On a small, shallow dish, combine the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Mix until evenly combined.
  2. Rim the Glass: Run the lime wedge around the rim of a lowball glass. Dip the moistened rim into the cinnamon sugar mixture, turning to coat evenly. Tap off any excess. Set aside.
  3. Fill the Glass with Ice: Add a generous amount of large ice cubes to the prepared glass.
  4. Combine the Liquid Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker (or mason jar), add the silver tequila, orange liqueur, fresh apple cider, freshly squeezed lime juice, maple syrup (if using), a pinch of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of ground nutmeg (if using).
  5. Add Ice and Shake: Fill the shaker about halfway with ice. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
  6. Strain and Serve: Strain the margarita into the prepared, ice-filled glass.
  7. Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish with a thin apple slice and a cinnamon stick if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

If making a big batch for a party, multiply the liquid ingredients (except ice) and refrigerate. Stir well before serving over fresh ice in cinnamon-sugar rimmed glasses. For a non-alcoholic version, omit tequila and orange liqueur and replace with 2 ounces sparkling apple cider and 1 ounce non-alcoholic orange bitters or orange juice.

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Keywords: apple cider margarita, spiced margarita, fall cocktail, cinnamon sugar rim, apple cider cocktail, tequila cocktail

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