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Easy Christmas Margarita with Pomegranate & Cinnamon Twist

This Christmas Margarita with Pomegranate & Cinnamon Twist is the ultimate festive cocktail—bright, bold, and bursting with holiday flavor. Tart pomegranate juice pairs with warm cinnamon, smooth reposado tequila, and citrus notes for a seasonal drink that's both refreshing and beautifully vibrant.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail (or 6 cocktails for batch prep)
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz fresh pomegranate juice
  • 2 oz reposado tequila
  • 1 oz Grand Marnier
  • 1 oz pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar rim
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon rim
  • Lime wedge or water for moistening rim
  • Cranberry-pomegranate blend optional substitution
  • Cointreau or triple sec substitute for Grand Marnier
  • Agave nectar or honey substitute for maple syrup

Method
 

  1. Mix cinnamon and sugar on a plate; moisten glass rim with lime or water and dip to coat.
  2. In a shaker, add pomegranate juice, tequila, Grand Marnier, and maple syrup.
  3. Add ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the shaker frosts.
  4. Strain over fresh ice into rimmed glass.
  5. Garnish with pomegranate seeds, lime slice, and optional rosemary sprig for a festive touch.

Notes

Use fresh, clear ice for the best flavor and presentation. Always serve immediately to maintain the vibrant temperature and texture of the cocktail.