Apple Cider Margarita

Fall is just around the corner, and when it comes to all things apple cider, we’ve got the perfect cocktail.

We’re putting a twist on the classic margarita by adding apple cider to make our Apple Cider Margarita!

Grab the recipe down below!

Apple Cider Margarita

And one margarita will rule them all.

No, this isn’t quite a quote from Lord of the Rings, but it is definitely a nod to my favorite end-of-the-summer cocktail.

With the shortening days comes the beginning of fall and all things apple cider.

I mean, there’s tequila, lime juice, a salted rim, and of course, a fair share of apple cider.

But that is not all; I added a few additional ingredients; I used a bit of light brown sugar and a dash of apple pie spice. 

You might also like our Pumpkin Spice Margarita

Four ounces! Yes!

That’s a lot of tequila, but only because I am making enough for two servings and since the Mrs. doesn’t drink more for me, right?

I have a secret weapon when it comes to making these delicious cocktails, and it’s Grand Marnier Liqueur.

It adds a subtle orange citrus flavor that compliments the apple cider superbly!

I love apple cider, don’t you? And did you know it makes a really good margarita too?

Pick your favorite seasonal apple cider, put on your mixology cap, and shake things up a bit!

Also, did you know that tequila that’s aged longer, like Añejo and Reposado, makes the best margaritas? 

Guess what?

Our Apple Cider Margarita goes perfectly with our Sweet Corn Pico de Gallo. It’s like it was meant to be!

How to make an Apple Cider Margarita

Ingredients:

Makes two servings

• 4 ounces tequila
• 3 ounces Grand Marnier Liqueur
• 8 ounces apple cider
• 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 tbsp light brown sugar
• 1/8 tsp apple pie spice 
• 3 cups of ice
• Margarita salt

Directions:

1. Add 3 cups of ice, tequila, Grand Marnier Liqueur, apple cider, light brown sugar, apple pie spice, and fresh-squeezed lime juice into a blender. Close the lid and pulse until the mixture resembles a slush.
2. Pour into salt-rimmed margarita glasses.
3. Serve.

Love Margaritas? Be sure to check out the other margaritas on the blog:

Cherry + Rhubarb Margarita

Strawberry + Pineapple Margarita

Sweet Star Spangled Vodka Margarita

The Guava Watermelon Margarita

Raspberry Margarita

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Apple Cider Margarita

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Ingredients

• 4 ounces tequila
• 3 ounces Grand Marnier Liqueur
• 8 ounces apple cider
• 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 tbsp light brown sugar
• 1/8 tsp apple pie spice 
• 3 cups of ice
• Margarita salt

Instructions

1. Add 3 cups of ice, tequila, Grand Marnier Liqueur, apple cider, light brown sugar, apple pie spice, and fresh-squeezed lime juice into a blender.
2. Close the lid and pulse until the mixture resembles a slush.
   
3. Pour into salt-rimmed margarita glasses.
   Serve.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 493Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 528mgCarbohydrates: 55gFiber: 0gSugar: 45gProtein: 0g