Frosted Mistletoe Margarita with Peppermint Sugar Rim

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A festive margarita blending crisp lime, smooth tequila, and a hint of peppermint, rimmed with frosty sugar for holiday cheer. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together silver tequila, fresh lime juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small shallow dish, combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon finely crushed peppermint candies to create a peppermint sugar rim.
  2. Step 2: Rub the rim of a chilled margarita glass with 1 lime wedge, then dip the rim into the peppermint sugar mixture to coat evenly; set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a cocktail shaker, add 2 ounces silver tequila, 1 ounce fresh lime juice, 1 ounce orange liqueur, 1/2 ounce simple syrup, and 1 cup crushed ice.
  4. Step 4: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy.
  5. Step 5: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 1 fresh mint sprig and serve immediately, enjoying the crisp peppermint finish.

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