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White Christmas Margarita

A festive twist on the classic margarita, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: cocktail, drink
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Margarita Base
  • 1 cup silver tequila Use a good quality tequila.
  • 1/2 cup triple sec Orange-flavored liqueur.
  • 1/2 cup lime juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1/4 cup simple syrup Adjust to taste.
Garnish
  • 1 cup coconut flakes For rimming the glasses.
  • 4 slices lime For garnish.
  • 4 sprigs fresh mint Optional, for garnish.

Method
 

Prepare the Glasses
  1. Moisten the rim of each margarita glass with a lime wedge.
  2. Dip the rims into coconut flakes to coat.
Mix the Margarita
  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Serve
  1. Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glasses.
  2. Garnish each drink with a lime slice and a sprig of mint, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gSugar: 12g

Notes

For a sweeter drink, increase the amount of simple syrup. Adjust lime juice to taste for tartness.

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