Mistletoe Margarita

• Lime(optional)· not in your barfor garnish
• Cointreau· not in your bar1 oz

  Or swap: Grand Marnier — richer, cognac-based, Triple Sec — lighter, a bit sweeter

• Cranberry Juice· not in your bar1 oz

  Or swap: Pomegranate Juice — similar tartness

• Tequila· not in your bar2 oz

  Or swap: Mezcal — adds smoke, Reposado Tequila — rounder, lightly oaked

• Sugar· not in your barfor rimming

  Or swap: Honey — floral sweetness, Simple Syrup — dissolves instantly

• Ice· not in your baras needed
• Rosemary(optional)· not in your barfor garnish
• Lime Juice· not in your bar1 oz

  Or swap: Lemon Juice — softer citrus

Instructions

1. 1

   Rim the Margarita glass with sugar.

2. 2

   In a shaker, combine tequila, cranberry juice, lime juice, and Cointreau.

3. 3

   Fill with ice and shake well.

4. 4

   Strain into the prepared glass filled with ice.

5. 5

   Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and a slice of lime.