Dec. 07, 2023

Autumn Shimmering Margarita

Yield: 1 drink

Skill level: Easy

This apple margarita is a sweet and spiced drink made with fresh Autumn Glory® apple juice, cinnamon sugar, and a drizzle of caramel. The apple juice brings a crisp, natural sweetness that pairs perfectly with the warmth of tequila and cinnamon. Finished with a caramel-coated rim and a touch of edible glitter, this cocktail delivers both flavor and presentation. Easy to make and visually striking, it’s a perfect drink for entertaining, seasonal gatherings, or a fun twist on a classic apple cocktail.

A sweet and spiced apple cocktail with tequila, caramel drizzle, and cinnamon, perfect for a seasonal drink.

Ingredients

  • 3 Autumn Glory® apples
  • 1 lemon
  • Tequila
  • Cinnamon sugar
  • Cinnamon sticks
  • Golden edible glitter
  • Caramel sauce

Direction

  1. Cut 2 ½ Autumn Glory apples into slices.
  2. Place the slices in a juicer and process.
  3. Coat the remaining apple in lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. Allow juice to sit in the fridge while you prep the rest.
  5. Add ice, half-squeezed lemon, 1-2 teaspoons of cinnamon sugar, 1 shot of tequila, and the Autumn Glory juice in a cocktail shaker.
  6. Shake and set aside.
  7. On a plate, pour caramel syrup on one side and cinnamon sugar on the other.
  8. Grab a glass and coat the rim with caramel and cinnamon sugar.
  9. Fill your cup halfway with ice.
  10. Drizzle caramel over the ice.
  11. Pour your cocktail mixture in.
  12. Sprinkle edible glitter.
  13. Garnish with apple slices from the remaining ½ Autumn Glory apple and 1 cinnamon stick.
  14. Enjoy!

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