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Looking for a fall-inspired cocktail that brings comfort with each sip? Look no further than this pumpkin margarita recipe!
Best Pumpkin Spice Cocktail
After a visit to the pumpkin patch farm, my girlfriends and I were all craving something cozy and filled with festive pumpkin flavors. An impromptu stop at a local bar introduced me to my new fall must-have drink: Pumpkin Spice Margarita!
It's so good that I created a skinny version for days when we're watching our calories! I love serving both in November with my Thanksgiving Margarita.
Ingredients
As a classic Margarita, this drink calls for tequila (Blanco or Silver), lime juice (freshly squeezed is always the best), and Cointreau or triple sec. The fall flavors come from pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice (or cinnamon), and cinnamon sugar (optional for rimming). If you want a touch of sweetness, add a little maple syrup.
How to Make a Pumpkin Spice Margarita
To make a delicious pumpkin spice margarita, you'll:
- Prep the glass by wetting the rim with a lime wedge or water, and dip it into cinnamon sugar.
- Fill the shaker with ice, pumpkin puree, and additional ingredients, and give it a good shake. You know it is ready to pour when the sides of the glass are frosted.
- Pour the cocktail into the prepared glass, adding a handful of ice cubes first to freshen up the drink. It will also help you pour an even amount!
Do I need Triple Sec for this Margarita?
Triple sec, like Cointreau, adds fruity flavors and sweetness to your drink, and it's essential for a well-made margarita. For this particular recipe, however, you could add a little more tequila since the pumpkin and spice flavors tend to shine through.
How to Serve a Pumpkin Spice Margarita
Add more festivities to this drink by garnishing with a cinnamon stick or extra topping of cinnamon sugar! Feeling hungry? Pair this drink with my Easy Taco Soup recipe or my Chicken Pot Pie Recipe to keep the warm and cozy vibes going all season long.
Pumpkin Spice Margarita
Ingredients
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 2 ounces tequila
- ½ ounce Cointreau or triple sec
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin spice or cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup, optional
- Cinnamon Sugar, for rimming, optional
Instructions
Prep
- Wet the rim of your glass with water or a lime wedge and roll it over the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.
Make the cocktail
- Add lime juice, tequila, Cointreau or triple sec, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice or cinnamon, and maple syrup (optional) into a cocktail shaker. Seal and shake vigorously.
Serve
- Strain cocktail into the prepared glasses and enjoy!
Katlyn says
The perfect fall cocktail!