Christmas Margarita: Our Snowstorm Margarita

A Festive Tequila Christmas Cocktail

No Christmas party is complete without a well-stocked bar, and with so many easy Christmas cocktails to select from, you can be spoiled for choice. The white Christmas Margarita is a lovely, festive drink that combines the best of tropical flavors with holiday cheer.

This white cranberry Margarita recipe is an instant crowd-pleaser, and it’s easy to see why. It features semi-sweet, fruity notes from white cranberry juice, while coconut milk provides a rich, creamy texture that beautifully complements the tropical flavor of lime. Some call it a snowstorm Margarita for its white, wintry appearance that looks stunning in a glass.

The holidays never tasted so good! Craft this white Christmas coconut margarita recipe for two or a crowd to add a touch of the tropics to your winter celebrations. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, this white cranberry coconut margarita is guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit!

Tips for Making The Best Christmas Margarita Recipe

Do you want to prepare an irresistible cocktail? Follow these tips if you want to make the best Christmas Margarita drink:

• Because coconut milk is a popular substitute for dairy milk, you can find it in most grocery stores’ dairy areas. In this cocktail, vanilla-flavored coconut milk is incredibly wonderful.
• You can use canned coconut milk for a richer flavor. Because it separates in the can, be sure to shake it well before opening.
• To prepare cinnamon sugar, mix 1 part ground cinnamon and 3 parts white sugar.
  This Christmas Margarita pairs beautifully with a premium triple sec, such as Cointreau, or a brandy-based orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier.
• Fresh cranberries are best, but frozen ones can work just as well. When you find the berries fresh, flash freeze them before transferring them to a plastic freezer bag and freezing them for later use.
• Garnish with red cranberries and a rosemary sprig to mimic mistletoe on top of the cocktail.
• Want to have the most beautiful look for this Christmas Margarita? Step it up with clear ice. Clear ice is artisan-style ice that’s crystal clear, unlike regular ice that’s cloudy.

Ready to expand your cocktail repertoire beyond this white Christmas coconut margarita? Browse our best cocktail recipes for more creative ways to showcase Olmeca Altos in your home bar.

How to rim The Glass of the Christmas Margarita Cocktail

Now comes the fun part: decorating the Christmas Margarita glasses!

Here’s how to make a cinnamon sugar rim:

1. Mix 1 part ground cinnamon and 3 parts white sugar until the color is even.
2. Make a notch in the middle of a lime wedge. Then, roll it over the rim of the glass to moisten it.
3. Spread the cinnamon-sugar mix out evenly on a plate. Tilt the glass into the mix so that it sticks to the outside edge. Shake off any excess.

Tip: If you’re unsure about the cinnamon sugar rim, you can always rim your glass halfway and enjoy both the rimmed and clean glass edge.

Variations of the Snowstorm Margarita

Want to put your own spin on this White Christmas Margarita? There are plenty of ways to customize this festive drink to suit your taste preferences.

For a fun twist, blend the cocktail with crushed ice to create a Frozen Christmas Margarita that’s perfect for those who love slushy, frozen drinks. If you prefer complex, oaky notes in your cocktails, try substituting the Plata with Reposado tequila for a slightly aged flavor profile that adds depth to the drink.

If you like your cocktails a little sweeter, add a dash of simple syrup, agave nectar, or honey to the mix. This small adjustment can balance the tartness of the lime and cranberry juice while enhancing the overall flavor. You can also play around with the presentation by sprinkling coconut shavings on top for an extra hint of tropical flavor, or swap the rosemary sprig for a lime slice if you’re worried about the herbal notes affecting your margarita’s taste.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with different juices either. While white cranberry juice gives this cocktail its signature flavor, you can also make this Christmas Margarita with white grape juice, kiwi juice, or even aloe vera or cucumber juice for a lighter, more refreshing variation. Each substitution brings its own unique character to the drink while maintaining that beautiful white, wintry appearance.

A Premium Tequila For Your Christmas Tequila Cocktail

When it comes to crafting the best Christmas Margarita recipe, you’ll want a smooth, subtle, 100% Blue Weber Agave tequila. Just like Olmeca Altos, that adds a kick without overpowering your drink.

Olmeca Altos Plata tequila is a premium unaged 100% agave tequila that highlights distilled agave’s pure expression, as well as delightful herbal aromas with citrus overtones. Try a bottle of Olmeca Altos Reposado for a Christmas Margarita with a bit of oak and vanilla flavors.

The White Christmas Margarita proves that festive cocktails can be both elegant and easy to make. With its creamy coconut texture, fruity cranberry notes, and beautiful presentation, this tequila Christmas cocktail brings tropical warmth to your winter celebrations. Grab your Olmeca Altos Plata and create this crowd-pleasing drink that’s guaranteed to become a holiday tradition.