Spooky Smoky Margarita Cocktail Recipe
Get ready to elevate your Halloween festivities with a spine-tingling twist on a classic cocktail: the Spooky Smoky Margarita!
As the air turns crisp (or at least a tinge less hot here in Florida) and shadows grow longer, this drink blends the vibrant oaky flavors of El Bandido Yankee Tequila Reposado and fresh citrus with a hauntingly delicious smoky finish.
Perfect for costume parties or a cozy night in, this cocktail isn’t only a treat for the taste buds but also a showstopper for your Halloween gatherings. Grab the ingredients at The Good Pour and follow along below to learn how to mix it up at home.
Ingredients:
- Cinnamon Stick
- 2 oz El Bandido Yankee Tequila Reposado
- ½ oz Cointreau Liqueur
- 1 oz Apple cider
- 1 oz Tangerine juice
- 1 oz Lime juice
- ½ oz Maple syrup
- Black salt rim
- 2 dashes Aromatic bitters
Method:
Smoke a glass of your choice with a smoldering cinnamon stick. Leave glass upside down with smoke inside while you prepare the drink. Combine all ingredients except bitters in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Rim your glass with black salt then fill with fresh ice. Strain in contents of shaker. Top off with aromatic bitters so it floats for a creepy vibe! Garnish with a cinnamon stick and/or dried orange wheel. Stir before enjoying.
Grab the ingredients below and make this spooky sipper at home!
