Why Make This Recipe
The Mistletoe Margarita is a fun and festive drink perfect for holiday gatherings. With its bright and cheerful colors, this cocktail adds a merry touch to your celebrations. Not only is it delicious, but it combines the classic flavors of margaritas with a holiday twist, making it an exciting choice for friends and family.
How to Make Mistletoe Margarita
Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups orange juice (chilled)
- 2 ½ cups cranberry juice (chilled)
- 2 cups 7UP (chilled)
- 2 cups tequila (chilled)
- ½ cup maraschino cherry juice (chilled)
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- Cranberries and rosemary sprigs for garnish (optional)
Directions:
- In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine all the wet ingredients over ice.
- Stir well to mix everything together.
- Garnish with cranberries and rosemary sprigs.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
How to Serve Mistletoe Margarita
Serve the Mistletoe Margarita in festive glasses to enhance the holiday vibe. You can rim the glasses with salt or sugar for an extra touch. Add some fresh cranberries or a sprig of rosemary for decoration. This drink is best served chilled, so keep the ingredients cold!
How to Store Mistletoe Margarita
If you have any leftovers, store the Mistletoe Margarita in the refrigerator. It’s best to consume it within a day or two for optimal freshness. If you anticipate leftovers, consider mixing the juices and tequila separately from the soda, adding the 7UP just before serving to keep the fizz.
Tips to Make Mistletoe Margarita
- Chill all your ingredients in advance to keep the drink refreshing.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by changing the amount of maraschino cherry juice or adding more lemon juice.
- Experiment with different garnishes, like lime slices, to personalize your drink.
Variation
You can make a non-alcoholic version by omitting the tequila and replacing it with more juice or a sparkling drink. This will still give you that vibrant flavor while being family-friendly.
FAQs
Can I make this drink ahead of time?
You can prepare the juices and tequila ahead of time, but add the soda just before serving to keep it bubbly.
What if I don’t have maraschino cherry juice?
You can substitute it with cranberry juice for a slightly different flavor, or just leave it out.
Is Mistletoe Margarita suitable for kids?
Yes, you can make a non-alcoholic version by replacing the tequila with extra juice or a playful soda like ginger ale.
Mistletoe Margarita
A fun and festive cocktail perfect for holiday gatherings, blending classic margarita flavors with a holiday twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups orange juice (chilled)
- 2 ½ cups cranberry juice (chilled)
- 2 cups 7UP (chilled)
- 2 cups tequila (chilled)
- ½ cup maraschino cherry juice (chilled)
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- Cranberries and rosemary sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine all the wet ingredients over ice.
- Stir well to mix everything together.
- Garnish with cranberries and rosemary sprigs.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Serve in festive glasses with a rim of salt or sugar. Best served chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: holiday cocktail, margarita, festive drink, party drink, non-alcoholic option