Prep Time
1h 15 min
Yields
1 serving
Spiced simple syrup turns this margarita into a delightful holiday cocktail.
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ingredients
2
oz tequila, such as Patron reposado tequila
1 ½
oz chilled Spiced Simple Syrup, recipe follows
½
oz freshly squeezed lime juice
Few dashes bitters
ice
Lime wedge, for garnish
Spiced Simple Syrup
1
cup sugar
8
whole allspice berries
8
whole cloves
3
cinnamon sticks
1-inch
piece fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped
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directions
Step 1
Combine the tequila, simple syrup, lime juice, bitters and ice in a cocktail shaker and shake for 10 seconds. Serve straight up or on the rocks with a lime wedge for garnish.
Step 2
Combine the sugar, 1 cup water, allspice, cloves, cinnamon and ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until the sugar is completely melted. Remove from the heat and let steep for 1 hour. Strain into a small bowl, cover and refrigerate until cold.