Description
Festive White Christmas Margaritas blend tropical coconut rum with creamy white chocolate liqueur, creating a holiday cocktail that sparkles with seasonal cheer. Winter celebrations come alive when you sip this elegant, frosty drink garnished with shredded coconut and a candy cane rim.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquor and Liqueur:
- 2 ounces (59 milliliters) silver tequila
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) triple sec or Cointreau
Juices and Cream:
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) cream of coconut
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) white cranberry juice
- ½ ounce (15 milliliters) freshly squeezed lime juice
Additional Components:
- Ice cubes
- Granulated sugar (optional, for rimming glass)
- Lime zest (optional, for rimming glass)
Garnish:
- Fresh cranberries
- Lime wedge
- Rosemary sprig
Instructions
- Craft a festive glass rim by gently running a lime wedge around the edge, then delicately dunk into a sparkling mixture of granulated sugar and vibrant lime zest, creating a decorative and tangy border.
- Gather your cocktail shaker and pour in the silver tequila, triple sec, luxurious cream of coconut, crisp white cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Fill the shaker generously with ice cubes and execute a vigorous shake for approximately 15 seconds, ensuring the mixture becomes thoroughly chilled and perfectly blended.
- Select a glass and fill it with pristine ice, then carefully strain the frosty margarita mixture into the vessel.
- Elevate the visual appeal by artfully dropping a handful of glistening fresh cranberries into the drink, positioning a vibrant lime wedge on the rim, and crowning the creation with an elegant sprig of fragrant rosemary.
- Serve the White Christmas Margarita immediately, inviting guests to indulge in this creamy, festive libation that captures the spirit of holiday cheer.
Notes
- Swap cream of coconut with coconut milk for a lighter, less sweet version that’s perfect for those watching their calorie intake.
- Use a dairy-free alternative like coconut cream to make this cocktail vegan-friendly and suitable for plant-based diets.
- Prepare the cocktail mixture ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours to save time during holiday gatherings.
- Experiment with different garnishes like sugared cranberries or a candy cane rim to add extra festive flair and personalize the drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails, Drinks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg