White Christmas Margarita

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Elevate Your Holiday Drink Menu with the Exquisite White Christmas Margarita Recipe!

The White Christmas Margarita is a festive cocktail that’s perfect for brightening up your holiday celebrations.

With its blend of creamy coconut and tangy citrus flavors, this margarita with a twist is an ideal choice for any Christmas party drinks menu.

Its easy and tasty recipe ensures that you can whip up this delightful drink in only 5 minutes, making it a favorite cocktail for both Christmas and New Year’s celebrations.

This festive brunch cocktail, being a perfect marriage of tart and sweet, can be enjoyed at any time of the year, especially during the winter season.

A frosty White Christmas Margarita in a sugar-rimmed glass, garnished with a slice of lime and cranberries, set against a snowy backdrop.

Why the White Christmas Margarita is a “Must-Try”

  • Festive and Flavorful: Combining coconut milk and cream of coconut with traditional margarita ingredients, this Christmas Margarita is a creamy and refreshing addition to any festive gathering.
  • Versatile Pairing: It’s a wonderful accompaniment to dessert or can be a highlight of your happy hour.
  • Simple and Quick: Made with simple ingredients, this cocktail can be prepared in just 5 minutes, allowing more time for holiday cheer.
  • All-Season Enjoyment: While it’s themed around Christmas, its delightful balance of flavors makes it suitable for enjoyment at any time of the year.
A frosty White Christmas Margarita in a sugar-rimmed glass, garnished with a slice of lime and cranberries, set against a snowy backdrop

White Christmas Margarita Ingredients

(Refer to the recipe card for detailed quantities & instructions)

For an exquisite White Christmas Margarita, you will need the following ingredients:

  • Coconut milk: For a creamy base.
  • Cream of coconut: Adds a rich, sweet coconut flavor.
  • Silver tequila: The essential spirit for any margarita.
  • Triple sec: Adds a citrusy sweetness.
  • Lime juice: For that necessary tartness.
  • Lime wedge and Sanding sugar: For rimming the glass.
  • Cranberries: For a festive garnish.
A glass of White Christmas Margarita, rimmed with sanding sugar and garnished with lime slices and cranberries, set against a festive backdrop.

How to Make White Christmas Margarita Instructions

Creating the White Christmas Margarita is straightforward and quick. Here’s how to mix this festive cocktail:

  1. Prepare the Glass: Rim the glass with a lime wedge and dip in sanding sugar.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a shaker, mix coconut milk, cream of coconut, silver tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and ice.
  3. Shake Well: Shake the mixture until well combined.
  4. Serve with Garnish: Pour into the prepared ice glass and garnish with cranberries.
A glass of White Christmas Margarita, rimmed with sanding sugar and garnished with lime slices and cranberries, set against a festive backdrop.

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FAQ Section

Is it possible to make a large batch of this cocktail for a party?

Yes, the White Christmas Margarita is perfect for batch preparation. Multiply the ingredient quantities as needed, mix everything except the alcohol in a large pitcher, and store in the fridge.

Add the alcohol and ice just before serving to ensure the best flavor and texture.

What’s the best way to achieve the perfect sugar rim for the glass?

For a flawless sugar rim, run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass to moisten it, then dip the glass into a plate of sanding sugar, rotating it gently to ensure an even coat. For a festive look, you can even mix a little edible glitter into the sugar.

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A glass of White Christmas Margarita on a festive table, rimmed with sanding sugar and garnished with a lime slice and cranberries, surrounded by holiday decorations.
Yield: 6 servings

White Christmas Margarita

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

The White Christmas Margarita, a festive blend of coconut, tequila, and lime, offers a creamy, tangy twist to the classic margarita. Easy to make and beautifully garnished with cranberries, it's the perfect cocktail for holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

  • 1 (14-oz.) can unsweetened coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp. cream of coconut
  • 12 oz. silver tequila
  • 8 oz. triple sec
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 4 cups ice
  • Lime wedge, for rimming glass
  • Sanding sugar, for rimming glass
  • Lime slices, for garnish
  • Cranberries, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Glass: Rim the glass with a lime wedge and dip in sanding sugar.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a shaker, mix coconut milk, cream of coconut, silver tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and ice.
  3. Shake Well: Shake the mixture until well combined.
  4. Serve with Garnish: Pour into the prepared ice glass and garnish with cranberries.

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 464Total Fat 7gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 6mgSodium 52mgCarbohydrates 59gFiber 3gSugar 50gProtein 1g

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