Description
The Mistletoe Margarita is a festive and refreshing holiday cocktail that combines chilled orange juice, cranberry juice, 7UP, tequila, maraschino cherry juice, and lemon juice. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it is served over ice and garnished with cranberries and rosemary sprigs for a seasonal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 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
Garnish
- Cranberries (optional)
- Rosemary sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, pour together all the chilled wet ingredients including orange juice, cranberry juice, 7UP, tequila, maraschino cherry juice, and lemon juice over ice.
- Mix Well: Stir the mixture thoroughly with a spoon to blend all the flavors evenly and chill the cocktail perfectly.
- Garnish and Serve: Add cranberries and rosemary sprigs for a festive appearance. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing holiday drink.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are well chilled before mixing for the best taste.
- Add ice to the pitcher or individual glasses to keep the drink cool.
- The cranberries and rosemary sprigs are optional but add a festive look and aroma.
- Adjust tequila quantity to taste for a stronger or lighter cocktail.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the tequila and optionally add more 7UP or cranberry juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
