Easy White Christmas Margarita Pitcher Recipe - Festive and Fun! (2024)

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This White Christmas Margarita recipe will not disappoint. A creamy coconut margarita with lime juice, tequila, coconut water and cranberries that looks like Christmas in a cup. It is sure to be a hit at your holiday party and guaranteed to give you the merriest of holidays!

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  • The Best White Christmas Margarita
  • Why You’ll Love This White Christmas Margarita
  • What You’ll Need
  • What is the Best Tequila for Margaritas?
  • How to Make This White Christmas Margarita Pitcher Recipe
  • Can I Make This in Advance?
  • Get the Recipe

The Best White Christmas Margarita

This White Christmas Margarita Recipe will have you “rockin around the Christmas tree” for sure! Not only does it look like Christmas in a cup, but it is incredibly smooth. (Buyer beware!)With refreshing coconut-lime flavor and festive ruby-red cranberries, this co*cktail is as gorgeous as it is compulsively sip-able.

Why You’ll Love This White Christmas Margarita

Who doesn’t love a good margarita? And who doesn’t love a festive sip during the holidays? This co*cktail combines the best of both worlds! Here are a few other reasons why this white Christmas margarita will be your new favorite!

  • Pitcher Recipe: When it comes to holiday co*cktails, nobody wants to be stuck behind the bar instead of mingling. This recipe is made in a pitcher so you just have to make it once and enjoy the night.
  • Prep-friendly: What I love about this recipe is, it can be made ahead of time. I recommend taking it out 10 to 15 minutes before serving and give it a good stir with a whisk to break out the coconut milk that may have solidified in the refrigerator.
  • Creamy: The coconut milk in this margarita makes it extra creamy and luscious.
  • Strong Margarita Flavor: This margarita might look cute, but don’t be deceived. It’s super smooth but packs a tequila punch! Be warned! (sure to make you merry!)
  • Festive: The color speaks for itself! The bright white margarita plays well with the green rosemary and red cranberries for a pop of Christmas color!
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What You’ll Need

Here’s a quick overview of what you’ll need to make this Christmas co*cktail recipe. Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card for specific amounts.

  • Coconut Milk: You’ll want to get the full-fat coconut milk in a can. It is extra creamy and the real deal!
  • Coconut Water: This is a “lighter” way to add more coconut flavor and not as many calories
  • Tequila: Um, this is a must in Margaritas. I’d recommend the silver tequila because it is lighter in color and won’t turn your margarita a golden color.
  • Grand Marnier: This orange flavored liquor is what gives this margarita a flavorful edge above the rest.
  • Lime Juice: The fresh lime juice cuts through the creaminess of the coconut milk and water and gives you that true margarita flavor!
  • Agave: I use agave in my margarita recipes instead of making a simple syrup. I find it’s lighter and not as sweet.
  • Cranberries & Rosemary Sprigs: This is more for the festive colors, not as much for the taste!

Do You Use Gold or Silver Tequila for Margaritas?

I like to use silver or blanco tequila. It has a smooth taste and is a younger tequila, so it’s only been aged in the oak barrel for 2 years at most. Gold tequila is aged for much longer and has a stronger taste. Not always ideal for margaritas.

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What is the Best Tequila for Margaritas?

Using a good tequila can make all the difference when it comes to making your Christmas co*cktails shine! Here are the kinds of tequila that I think are best for making some really stellar margaritas:

  1. Patron Silver – It’s a great place to start when drinking tequila. It is made with agave without being too overwhelming. It’s smooth and definitely a good co*cktail mixer.
  2. Hornitos – This is a newer tequila to me. A friend of mine turned me on to it and I really like it. I tend to go with the resposado or the anejo for less agave forward taste.
  3. Don Julio – Hands down, this one is my husbands favorite! It is smooth and won’t leave you with a headache because it’s made well.
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How to Make This White Christmas Margarita Pitcher Recipe

Ok, let’s get our Christmas co*cktails game on! Here’s how to make this Christmas Margarita recipe for a crowd:

  1. Mix all the ingredients. To a large pitcher add full fat coconut milk, coconut water, grand marnier, silver tequila, lime juice and agave syrup. Using a whisk stir everything together until coconut milk no longer separates.
  2. Serve over ice.
  3. Make it look pretty. Garnish with fresh cranberries, lime slices and rosemary sprig.

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Can I Make This in Advance?

Homemade margaritas should last between 2 to 3 weeks in the refrigerator if kept in an air tight container. For this White Christmas Margarita Recipe you will just need to use a whisk to mix the coconut milk back up again as it tends to separate when it sits.

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I have legit made this recipe probably 5 times in the past 2 months. Granted I was testing it out the first two times, but still. It is amazing! It’s creamy, smooth, a slight tropical flavor and has a nice zing from the lime juice. Plus it looks like the holidays from the cranberries and rosemary.

More Holiday co*cktail Recipes To Try:

  • Harvest Apple Bourbon co*cktail: a mixture of cinnamon infused bourbon, apple juice and sparkling water make this easy and light.
  • Holiday Spiked Eggnog: creamy dairy free eggnog mixed with amaretto and white rum for the most epic holiday drink … EVA
  • Hot Spiked Mulled Apple Cider: apple cider cooked in the crock pot with tummy warming spices then finished with spiced rum
  • Holiday Cranberry Sangria: a festive sangria that’s made with cranberries, citrus, brandy and cinnamon sticks
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White Christmas Margarita

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  • Author: Krista
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6-7 1x
  • Category: co*cktails
  • Method: Mix
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

A White Christmas Margarita Pitcher Recipe that will not disappoint. This creamy coconut margarita with lime juice, tequila, coconut water and cranberries tastes like summer and looks like Christmas in a cup.

Ingredients

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  • 18 oz. coconut milk (in can)
  • 6 oz. coconut water
  • 6 oz. grand marnier
  • 9 oz. silver tequila
  • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons agave syrup
  • garnish: fresh or frozen cranberries, lime slices and rosemary sprigs

Instructions

  1. To a large pitcher add full fat coconut milk, coconut water, grand marnier, silver tequila, lime juice and agave syrup. Using a whisk stir everything together until coconut milk no longer separates.
  2. Serve over ice.
  3. Garnish with fresh cranberries, lime slices and rosemary sprig.

Notes

For the Sugar Lime Rim: To a flat plate add 1/3 cup white granulated sugar and zest from one lime. Gently mix. Set aside. Take a lime wedge and rub around the rim. Then dip in the sugar lime mixture. Now you can pour the white christmas margarita in.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 oz.
  • Calories: 305
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 5 g
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Carbohydrates: 17 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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Easy White Christmas Margarita Pitcher Recipe - Festive and Fun! (2024)

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Easy White Christmas Margarita Pitcher Recipe - Festive and Fun!? ›

Add the vodka, simple syrup, cranberry pear balsamic, pear liqueur, and cinnamon to a co*cktail shaker. Fill the shaker about halfway with ice. Shake vigorously for a slow count of ten.

How do you make a peary Christmas margarita? ›

Add the vodka, simple syrup, cranberry pear balsamic, pear liqueur, and cinnamon to a co*cktail shaker. Fill the shaker about halfway with ice. Shake vigorously for a slow count of ten.

What was the white drink in the club car on White Christmas? ›

For those of you who have been following along, this is part of my "Dinner and a Movie: White Christmas" series! A "malted" makes an appearance in my favorite club car scene as Bob, Phil, Betty, and Judy make their way from Florida to Vermont.

What co*cktail is made from triple sec tequila and lemon or lime juice? ›

Margaritas are incredibly simple to make with just a few ingredients: Tequila: Chef John recommends a good quality 100% agave white tequila. Triple Sec: Use a high-quality triple sec for the best results. Lime: You'll need freshly squeezed lime juice, plus lime slices for garnishing.

How to make a margarita Wiki? ›

The IBA (IBA Official list of co*cktails) standard is 10:4:3, that is, tequila:triple sec:fresh lime juice. The "Original Margarita" recipe, as given by Cointreau on their website, has slightly more of their own sweet liqueur: 1 part white tequila, 1⁄2 part Cointreau, and 1⁄2 part fresh squeezed lime juice.

What is the secret ingredient in margaritas? ›

We'll just tell you upfront: The secret to a tasty margarita is freshly squeezed lime juice (not the bottled stuff) and—here's the real secret—a splash of fresh OJ. That's right. Fresh-squeezed juice from an actual orange (not an orange-flavored liqueur) will produce a cleaner-tasting, more refreshing margarita.

What is a Candyman margarita? ›

The Candyman Margarita is a fun and frightening addition to the family of margaritas, with sweet, sour, citrus, berry and candy notes. A co*cktail so delicious it'll make you say Candyman five times! It's the perfect margarita for the tequila lover looking for a fun twist on the classic co*cktail.

What is in a Betty White co*cktail? ›

Combine spirits, egg white, syrup, and blood orange juice in shaker, shake dry. Add ice, shake violently. Strain and serve up in a coupe glass. Top with Ale-8, then float one dash of Angostura bitters across the top.

What is the drink on the train in White Christmas? ›

On the train to Vermont, the White Christmas crew can't even finish their drinks without breaking into song. (Who doesn't love musicals?) Snow-white and served with a red straw, the malted milkshake (Judy's drink of choice) would be a standout at any movie night or party, especially if spiked with rum.

What is the best substitute for triple sec in a margarita? ›

If you don't have triple sec handy, you can substitute with another good-quality orange liqueur like Grand Marnier or Cointreau. For a non-alcoholic substitute you can add fresh orange juice, or agave nectar/simple syrup, to add a touch of sweetness.

What is the formula for a margarita? ›

With plenty of ice cubes and fresh fruit, it will fill the average Mason jar mug perfectly. To make this margarita, shake 2 ounces tequila, 1 ounce triple sec, and 3 ounces fresh sour mix with ice. Strain it into an ice-filled Mason jar (rimmed, if you like) and add a few lime wedges.

Is Cointreau or triple sec better? ›

While Cointreau is a premium option with a higher price point and ABV, triple sec is a more affordable and sweeter alternative. Regardless of your preference, Red & White offers both options for purchase, making it a convenient one-stop-shop for all your liquor needs.

How does Jennifer Aniston make her margaritas? ›

"How about you get up on stage and make a margarita? You're really good at that," she says, requesting that Aniston "tell us how" she makes what we're guessing is her signature drink. "Oh, lord, it's barely a recipe. It's basically silver tequila with lime juice shaken and over rocks," Aniston shares.

How to make a margarita Jamie Oliver? ›

Cut the lime in half and squeeze both halves into a Boston shaker, jam jar or jug (you want about 25ml in total). Pour in the Cointreau and tequila, then add the jam and stir to loosen. Fill with ice, then shake hard for 30 seconds. Strain into your glass and enjoy!

What does the word margarita mean in Spanish? ›

Author has 93 answers and 22.5K answer views. · 6mo. In spanish the word margarita Is used for the word of the flower daisy.

What is the Christmas drink made of? ›

Fill a large punch bowl with ice. Top with the cranberry juice, sparkling wine, apple cider, ginger ale, and rum. Stir gently to combine. Top with the orange slices and fresh cranberries.

What is a Christmas rum co*cktail called? ›

The Christmas Mule co*cktail is a tasty and festive holiday drink with rum, ginger beer, lime, and garnished with rosemary and cranberries.

What is the Icelandic Christmas co*cktail? ›

The Icelandic Christmas ale is made by mixing two types of soda – Malt and Appelsín. Both these beverages are consumed separately all year long but combined to create this festive drink. Malt og Appelsín is prepared by pouring the orange soda Appelsín first and then adding Malt (which contains 1% alcohol).

What is homemade Dewgarita? ›

In a recipe broken down by Claire Lower, of LifeHacker, the Dewgarita can be made at home like this: 2 ounces blanco tequila. 1 ounce Mountain Dew syrup, which can be made by pouring 1 cup of Mountain Dew into a sauce pan and bringing it to a boil, then a simmer and then allow the soda to reduce to 1/4 a cup. Chill.

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