Spiced Apple Cider Margarita

The tried and true Clayton Margarita got a fall spin in this Spiced Apple Cider Margarita! Perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering.

I won’t lie, it took a few tries to really perfect this recipe! I first tried it with lime juice since that is traditionally in a margarita and it most definitely did not work. I also tried it with a few different apple ciders and those definitely made a difference! I ended up loving Trader Joe’s Spiced Apple Cider so definitely recommend sourcing that or another high-quality, flavorful spiced cider that is not watery at all — trust me! 

And like Clayton’s Margarita, this Spiced Apple Cider Margarita is definitely just as strong and goes down event easier — in my opinion — so tread lightly before pouring your second; you can always use less tequila! 

Spiced Apple Cider Margarita

Serves: 2 People

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5 from 2 votes

Ingredients

• 3 oz good tequila We love Lalo Tequila; you can always use a little less if you don't want it as strong
• 1 oz Cointreau
• 6 oz spiced apple cider I love Trader Joe's Brand; see note!
• ½ oz fresh orange juice
• ½ oz maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp egg whites fresh or out of the carton is fine!
• 2 tbsp turbinado sugar + pinch of ground cinnamon for rimming your glass

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients in a shaker and dry shake (no ice) to allow the egg to emulsify for the foam.
• Pour over a cinnamon sugar-rimmed glass filled with ice.
• Enjoy!

Notes

A great spiced apple cider is key for this recipe! If you can't find spiced apple cider and can only get regular apple cider, I highly recommend adding a few spices of your own to make this drink. I recommend 2 pinches of cinnamon plus a small dash of ground cloves, nutmeg or allspice — or all three with the cinnamon! Add to your shaker last and shake well with the rest of the ingredients.