Description
The Mistletoe Margarita is a festive and refreshing holiday cocktail that combines the vibrant flavors of orange juice, cranberry juice, 7UP, tequila, maraschino cherry juice, and lemon juice. Perfect for serving at holiday parties, this drink is garnished with cranberries and rosemary sprigs for a beautiful seasonal presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Juices and Liquids
- 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
Garnishes
- Cranberries (for garnish)
- Rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher or punch bowl filled with ice, pour the chilled orange juice, cranberry juice, 7UP, tequila, maraschino cherry juice, and lemon juice.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients thoroughly, ensuring a balanced flavor throughout the cocktail.
- Garnish and Serve: Add cranberries and rosemary sprigs as garnish for a festive presentation. Serve the Mistletoe Margarita immediately to enjoy its refreshing flavors at their best.
Notes
- Use fresh juices when possible for the best flavor, but store-bought chilled juices work well too.
- Adjust tequila quantity for a stronger or lighter cocktail according to taste.
- The cranberries and rosemary sprigs not only add festive color but also subtle aromatic notes to the drink.
- Serve the cocktail over ice to keep it cold and refreshing.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the tequila and increase the 7UP slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Mistletoe Margarita, holiday cocktail, cranberry margarita, festive drinks, tequila cocktail, Christmas drinks, party punch
