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Pomegranate Margarita

This pomegranate margarita is the perfect holiday drink for tequila lovers. It's sweet, easy to drink, and super festive. Garnish it with a sprig of rosemary and some pomegranate arils or cranberries to make it look extra special.

Ingredients

Silver Tequila Pomegranate Juice Orange Lime Sugar Rosemary Maple Syrup

Step 1

Add about a cup of ice to a cocktail shaker or a jar with a lid.

Step 2

Juice the lime and orange and pour the juice into the shaker or jar.

Step 3

Add the pomegranate juice, maple syrup and tequila.

Step 4

Cover and shake 10-15 times.

Step 5

Add enough sugar to cover the surface of a small saucer. Fill a small bowl with water, then dip the rim of your desired glasses into the water and then into the sugar.

Step 6

Fill halfway with ice, then divide the margarita mixture between the two glasses.

Step 7

– Garnish with orange slices, a rosemary sprig, and pomegranate arils or fresh cranberries if desired.

Q: Can I make this into a pomegranate margarita mocktail?

A: Of course you can make this into a mocktail! If you're pregnant, enjoying dry January, or just trying to be healthy, omit the tequila and enjoy this as a margarita mocktail. It's just as tasty.

Q: Can I make this a frozen margarita?

A: Yes! All you need to do is pour all of the ingredients into a blender, add 1 cup of ice and blend until smooth.