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This Thanksgiving Margarita is the perfect cocktail to serve at your next holiday party. Full of warm, citrusy flavor and beautiful fall colors, they really set the mood and are sure to make your guests feel happy and festive!
The best cocktail for your Thanksgiving dinner
Not sure what cocktail to serve for Thanksgiving this year? Don't worry. I've got you covered! Your guests will be swooning over this sweet and smooth Thanksgiving Margarita!
All you need is some apple cider, tequila, triple sec, and club soda. They'll combine together to create this warm, citrusy drink with a little fizz. Add a little honey and salt to the rim and garnish with apple slices, cinnamon sticks, and fresh herbs for the ultimate holiday cocktail! It'll taste so delicious alongside hearty Thanksgiving foods like turkey, ham, brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, green beans, and pumpkin pie!
In addition to the exquisite taste, these drinks are gorgeous! Full of rich fall hues and tones, it really sets the mood. Prepare these margaritas in less than 15 minutes and enjoy!
What you need to make this Thanksgiving Margarita
Honey: I used Mike's Hot Honey, but you could use regular honey.
Salt: I used Truffle Honey Salt, but you could use regular salt.
Tequila: Use your favorite kind here! I used silver tequila.
Triple Sec: This will add some sweet, fruity flavor!
Apple Cider: The perfect Thanksgiving mixer!
Club Soda: Who doesn't love a little fizz? You can use regular or flavored club soda.
Ice: Keeps our margarita nice and cool!
Garnish: Try cinnamon sticks, fresh sage leaves, fresh thyme, cranberries, or apple slices. Whatever YOU like!
Tools you'll need
To make these Thanksgiving Margarita, you'll need cocktail glasses, a cocktail shaker, cutting board, knife, shot glass, and two flat plates.
How to make this Thanksgiving Margarita
- First, let's line the rims of our glasses with honey and salt. Pour honey and salt on two separate flat plates. Dip the rim of the glass in the honey. Then, immediately after, dip it in the salt. You can also use sugar if you'd like!
- Fill the glasses with ice and set to the side.
- Add tequila, triple sec, and apple cider into a cocktail shaker. Shake it up! Then, top with club soda.
- Pour cocktail in the glasses and garnish. It's up to you how seasonal you want to get! I used apple slices, cranberries, and fresh thyme.
Glasses Rimmed with Honey & Salt Add Alcohol & Cider Topped with Club Soda Add Garnishes
Thanksgiving Margarita FAQ
How should I store this Thanksgiving Margarita?
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. You will need to re-shake the cocktail prior to drinking to ensure that it’s mixed up.
What are some good bartending hacks?
Don't shake your club soda in your cocktail shaker. It will explode everywhere! Just pour it in after shaking or pour it in your glass at the end.
Is this cocktail suitable for meal prep?
Probably not for meal prep, but make a pitcher of these and you’re SET!
Could I use something else to replace the apple cider?
You could try something more tart like a cranberry or diet cran-raspberry juice. A little more fancy and harder to find is pomegranate kombucha, but it would be AMAZING in this!
What if I don't like tequila?
Well, are you sure you want to make a margarita? 😂 Just kidding! This recipe can easily be made without tequila. I suggest swapping it for either vodka or gin which will both complement the rest of the ingredients in this cocktail nicely.
What should I mix with tequila?
This recipe calls for aperol, triple sec, and fresh orange or grapefruit juice. However, if you want to change it up, you can use an orange liquor like Cointreau or Grand Marnier. If you like a tart margarita, I recommend mixing with sour mix as well.
What's the difference between a classic margarita and this Thanksgiving Margarita?
Mainly the apple cider. It brings attention to fall flavors whereas a classic margarita is more liquor focused and uses only tequila and orange liqueur without an additional mixer. This recipe is great for anyone who wants a cocktail without being hit hard by the alcohol taste.
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Thanksgiving Margarita
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Shot glass
- Cocktail glasses
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Flat plates
Ingredients
For the cocktail
- 4 tsp honey
- ¼ cup salt
- 8 oz tequila
- 4 oz triple sec
- 8 oz apple cider
- 8 oz club soda
- ice
For garnish
- cinnamon sticks
- fresh sage or thyme
- cranberries
- apple slices
Instructions
- First, let's line the rims of our glasses with honey and salt. Pour honey and salt on two separate flat plates. Dip the rim of the glass in the honey. Then, immediately after, dip it in the salt. You can also use sugar if you'd like!
- Fill the glasses with ice and set to the side.
- Add tequila, triple sec, and apple cider into a cocktail shaker. Shake it up! Then, top with club soda.
- Pour cocktail in the glasses and garnish. It's up to you how seasonal you want to get! I used apple slices, cranberries, and fresh thyme.
Notes
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1 serving: 24 grams Carbs | 0 grams Fat | 0 grams Protein
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