Cozy Salted Caramel Apple Cider Margarita
A quick and easy cocktail combining blanco tequila, tart apple cider, fresh lime juice, and salted caramel syrup for a sweet, savory, and comforting autumn drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktails
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz Blanco Tequila (100% agave)
- 3 oz Apple Cider (fresh-pressed or clear store-bought)
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 oz Salted Caramel Syrup
- 1 cup Ice (large cubes preferred)
- 1 pinch Flaky Sea Salt (for rimming)
- 1 Apple Slice or Cinnamon Stick (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into flaky sea salt to coat. Set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, apple cider, and salted caramel syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice, ensuring it is about halfway full.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the shaker feels very cold to the touch.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a thin apple slice or a cinnamon stick and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are cold before shaking to prevent over-dilution. Adjust sweetness based on the tartness of your apple cider. For a party, mix ingredients without ice in a pitcher and chill; shake individually for serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 150
- Carbohydrates: 20
Keywords: margarita, apple cider, salted caramel, tequila, fall cocktail, winter drink, easy cocktails, gluten-free