Description
Berry Cinnamon Margaritas are a tantalizing and unique take on the classic tequila-based beverage. Recipes usually combine crushed frozen berries with cinnamon syrup, a touch of citrus juice, and your favorite tequila to create a sweet and spicy margarita that serves as the perfect addition to your next party or celebration.
Ingredients
Spiced Simple Syrup Ingredients:
1 c. sugar
1 c. water
2 c. mixed berries, fresh or frozen
1 large orange, use vegetable peeler to remove 3-4 pieces orange peel for syrup (remaining orange can be sliced to be used as garnish or for another use)
5 cinnamon sticks
Additional Ingredients for each Margarita:
2 oz. tequila
1 oz. orange liquor like Triple Sec
½ oz. lime juice
Extra berries, to garnish
Orange or lime slices (optional)
Cinnamon stick (optional)
Fresh rosemary sprig, to garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Combine sugar, water, cranberries, orange peel, and 5 cinnamon sticks in a medium saucepan. Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Let the simple syrup simmer for 10 minutes or until the sugar has completely dissolved.
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Remove the spiced simple syrup from heat and let cool for at least 30 minutes.
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Strain and transfer to a glass jar.
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For each Margarita, add tequila, orange liquor, lime juice, 1 ½ oz. spiced simple syrup, and ice to a shaker. Shake vigorously and pour into a glass filled with ice.
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Garnish with extra berries, orange or lime slices, a cinnamon stick, and fresh rosemary sprig, if using. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
