Smoky Harvest Apple Margarita (Print)
Warm, smoky apple margarita with mezcal, maple, and cinnamon garnish.
# Ingredients:
→ For rimming the glass
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Cinnamon sugar
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Flaky sea salt
→ For the margarita
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2 ounces mezcal or tequila
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1/2 ounce orange liqueur
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4 ounces apple cider
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1/2 ounce lime juice
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1/2 ounce maple syrup
→ For garnish
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1 slice apple
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Cinnamon sticks
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Rosemary sprig (optional)
# Directions:
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Mix equal parts cinnamon sugar and flaky sea salt on a plate. Run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and dip it into the cinnamon sugar and salt mixture to coat. Set the glass aside.
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In a cocktail shaker, combine the mezcal or tequila, orange liqueur, apple cider, lime juice, and maple syrup. Adjust the maple syrup to your desired level of sweetness.
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Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously to combine and chill the ingredients.
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Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.
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Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick. For an optional smoky effect, light the cinnamon stick on fire briefly before serving. You can also add a rosemary sprig for an extra aromatic touch.