Apple Cider Margaritas are a fresh, autumn twist on a classic favorite! Combining the crisp sweetness of apple cider with the zesty kick of tequila and a hint of citrus, this margarita is a seasonal cocktail that perfectly captures the essence of fall!
Want to save this recipe?
Enter your email below & we'll send it straight to your inbox! You will also receive other new recipes in your inbox weekly!
The Best Apple Cider Margaritas Recipe
Apple cider margaritas start off as a classic margarita with tequila, fresh lime juice, and grand marnier. Then, we add apple cider which adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the mix that transforms these margaritas into a fall delight! With a cinnamon sugar rim, the classic margarita is taken up a notch and turned into a cozy yet refreshing drink.
These margaritas with apple cider are super easy to make, and so fun for all of your festive holiday gatherings! You can make this recipe just for one person or multiply the recipe for the number of people you are serving. Garnish it with a cinnamon stick, star anise and rosemary for an aromatic and stylish way to serve.
Ingredients Needed
- Silver Tequila: Silver tequila works best to combine with the apple flavor!
- Apple Cider: Fresh apple cider is best!
- Lime Juice: Fresh squeeze lime juice offers the best flavors. Skip the bottled stuff! I’ve al made these with lemon juice and orange juice when I don’t have limes around.
- Grand Marnier: Grand marnier is an orange flavored liqueur that adds a rich flavor and is slightly sweet. Triple sec or cointreau would also work well. All three of these liqueurs are orange flavored and often used in margarita recipes!
- Ice: To keep things cold!
- Cinnamon Sugar: A cinnamon sugar rim is the cherry on top!
- Garnish: I like to garnish mine with a cinnamon stick, star anise, and a sprig of rosemary. This makes the drink look extra fancy and adds an aroma as you drink, but you technically do not have to garnish it!
How to Make This Recipe
- Make Sugar Rim: Add sugar and cinnamon to a plate. Stir to combine. Run the cut side of a lime wedge around the rim of the glass. Dip the glass into the cinnamon sugar mixture, turning a couple times to make sure its coated.
- Add Liquids: Pour the tequila, apple cider, lime juice, and grand marnier into the sugar rimmed glass. Stir then fill the glass to the top with ice.
- Garnish & Enjoy: Garnish with a cinnamon stick, star anise, and a sprig of rosemary on the top. Enjoy!
Tips For Success
- Remember, 1 ounce = 2 tablespoons! This might be helpful if you don’t have a cocktail set that has a shot glass that is exactly one ounce.
- Serve your margaritas in rocks glass or a margarita glass!
- Don’t have cinnamon sticks on hand? You can also garnish these apple spice margaritas with a simple pinch of ground cinnamon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make an apple cider margarita mocktail?
Definitely! Simply omit the tequila and grand marnier in this recipe, and replace the liquid with extra apple cider and a splash of seltzer. You will have a sweet and refreshing mocktail apple cider margarita!
How can I make apple cider margaritas for a crowd?
If you want to make apple cider margaritas for a crowd, multiply the recipe by the number of cocktails you need and prepare the margaritas in a pitcher! Then, add the cinnamon sugar rim to each glass and simply pour and serve.
What’s the difference between apple juice and apple cider?
Apple juice and apple cider are similar, but apple juice is more filtered and to have a sweeter and lighter texture. Apple cider is not as filtered, so it has a thicker texture and deeper flavor.
More cocktail REcipes to Try
- Classic Margarita
- White Wine Sangria
- Holiday Cranberry Mojito
- Cranberry Margaritas
- Mixed Berry Margaritas
Apple Cider Margaritas
Ingredients
- 2 ounces silver tequila
- 2 ounces apple cider
- 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1/2 ounce grand marnier
- ice for serving
Cinnamon Sugar for rim
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
For garnish
- cinnamon stick
- star anise
- sprig of rosemary
Instructions
- Add sugar and cinnamon to a plate. Stir to combine.Run the cut side of a lime wedge around the rim of the glass.Dip the glass into the cinnamon sugar mixture turning a couple times to make sure its coated.
- Pour the tequila, apple cider, lime juice and grand mariner into the sugar rimmed glass. Stir then fill the glass to the top with ice.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick, star anise and a sprig of rosemary on top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Did you make this?
I’d love to hear your feedback! Leave a review and make sure to share your pictures on social media! Don’t forget to follow @thechefsavvy.
