Grinch Margarita Cocktail
A bright green holiday twist on the classic margarita, made with tequila, lime, triple sec, and a festive red sugar rim.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Citrus juicer
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Margarita glasses
- Plate (for rimming glass)
- Spoon or stir stick
- Ice cubes
- Paring knife
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila silver or blanco
- 1 oz lime juice freshly squeezed preferred
- 1 oz triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1 oz simple syrup or agave syrup
- green food coloring few drops
- ice cubes
- red sanding sugar for the rim
- lime wedge for garnish and rimming
- maraschino cherry or candy heart optional garnish
Instructions
- Rim margarita glass with lime wedge and red sanding sugar.
- Fill shaker with ice.
- Add tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup to shaker.
- Add green food coloring.
- Shake for 15 seconds.
- Strain into prepared glass over ice.
- Garnish with lime wedge; optional cherry or candy heart.
Notes
Fresh lime juice is best. Adjust sweetness with more syrup if desired. Use reposado for richer flavor. Serve immediately.