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Tequila Jack-o’-Lantern Cocktail Recipe

Tequila Jack-o’-Lantern Cocktail Recipe
A bold, citrusy Halloween cocktail featuring tequila, orange juice, and lime, topped with a splash of ginger ale for fizz and finished with a festive jack-o’-lantern garnish.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Martini glass
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Bar spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Strainer
  • Ice

Ingredients

  • 2 oz tequila blanco or reposado
  • 1 oz orange liqueur Cointreau or Triple Sec
  • 1.5 oz fresh orange juice
  • 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup
  • 1 oz ginger ale
  • 1 tbsp sugar for rimming the glass
  • 1 lime wedge for rimming
  • Garnish: orange wheel lime twist, or jack-o’-lantern orange peel cutout

Instructions

  • Run a lime wedge around the rim of a martini glass and dip it into sugar to coat.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Add tequila, orange liqueur, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  • Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
  • Strain into the prepared glass.
  • Top with 1 oz ginger ale.
  • Garnish with an orange wheel, lime twist, or a fun jack-o’-lantern cutout.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your spooky sip!