Though it may act like it, summertime doesn’t have a monopoly on lime and tequila—and our winter margarita is here to prove it. The addition of pomegranate juice adds a festive, wintry bite, while a sugared rim (swapped for the usual salt) adds a hint of sweetness with every sip.
Perfect for dinner parties or warming up on a cold evening, this drink is happy to stand in until warmer weather intervenes.
Winter Margarita with Pomegranate
Who said summer gets to have all the fun?
Rhoda Boone, Culinary Director
- 1.
If making a sugar rim, pour sugar onto a small Plate. Rub rim of a Drinking Glass with lime wedge and press rim into sugar. Reserve lime wedge.
- 2.
Fill a cocktail shaker about halfway with ice cubes. Add tequila, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and simple syrup (if using). Shake vigorously until outside of shaker is very cold, 15–20 seconds.
- 3.
Fill glass with ice and strain margarita into glass. Top with sparkling water and garnish with reserved lime wedge.
