Description
The Mistletoe Margarita is a festive and refreshing holiday cocktail that combines the tartness of cranberry and lemon juices with the smoothness of tequila and the sweetness of orange juice and 7UP. Garnished with cranberries and rosemary sprigs, this chilled drink is perfect for holiday parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid 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
Garnish
- Cranberries (optional)
- Rosemary sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, pour all the chilled liquid ingredients—orange juice, cranberry juice, 7UP, tequila, maraschino cherry juice, and lemon juice—over ice.
- Mix Well: Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure all flavors blend evenly and the drink is well chilled.
- Garnish and Serve: Add fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs to the pitcher or individual glasses as garnish for a festive touch. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Mistletoe Margarita!
Notes
- Use chilled ingredients to keep the cocktail cold without diluting it too quickly with ice.
- Adjust tequila amount to taste if a stronger or lighter cocktail is preferred.
- Fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs add a beautiful holiday look but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit tequila and add extra 7UP or a splash of sparkling water.
- Serve immediately after preparation to enjoy the best flavor and chill.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Mistletoe Margarita, holiday cocktail, tequila cocktail, cranberry margarita, festive drinks, holiday party drinks
