Description
The White Christmas Margarita is a festive and creamy cocktail that combines the zesty brightness of lime juice with the tropical sweetness of cream of coconut, balanced perfectly by tequila blanco and Cointreau. Garnished with shredded coconut, fresh rosemary, and cranberries, this drink offers a visually stunning and flavorful treat that’s perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons dried unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 5–8 cranberries
Cocktail
- 1 ounce lime juice (from about 1 fresh lime)
- 1 ounce cream of coconut (shake well before using)
- ½ ounce Cointreau (or other triple sec liqueur)
- 2 ounces tequila blanco
- 1 bar spoon vanilla vodka (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garnish: Cut a lime in half and use it to wet the rim of your serving glass. Alternatively, you can use water or some cream of coconut syrup if a fresh lime isn’t available. Next, dip the wet rim into shredded coconut, turning the glass to ensure the entire rim is coated evenly. Set the glass aside to let the garnish set. Wash and dry a sprig of fresh rosemary and a handful of cranberries, and set them aside for the final touch.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the fresh lime juice, well-shaken cream of coconut, Cointreau, tequila blanco, and vanilla vodka if using. Fill the shaker with ice cubes to chill the mixture thoroughly.
- Shake the Drink: Seal the cocktail shaker tightly and shake vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds. This step chills and blends the flavors, especially integrating the cream of coconut for a smooth texture.
- Serve the Cocktail: Fill the prepared serving glass with fresh ice. Strain the shaken cocktail into the glass to capture a clean, creamy margarita free of ice shards.
- Add Garnish and Finish: Drop the cranberries into the glass for a splash of color and festive feel. Lightly tap the rosemary sprig against your palm to release its aroma and add it to the glass as a fragrant garnish. Serve immediately for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Shake the cream of coconut well before measuring to ensure smooth consistency.
- The coconut component tends to separate within 5 to 10 minutes after mixing, so enjoy the cocktail right after shaking and straining.
- If separation occurs, gently stir the drink to reincorporate the coconut mixture before drinking—taste remains excellent.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
