Tamarind Apple Cider Fall Margarita Recipe (2024)

October 9, 2018

By Joanna

This sweet and savory co*cktail is like a cozy fall day next to the fire!

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How is it already the middle of October? I have a one track mind when it comes to the change in seasons… aka let the fall co*cktail recipes commence! Truly, autumn and winter are my favorite seasons to shoot and share co*cktails with you guys. All of the yummy spicy ingredients, like cinnamon and pumpkin spice, are perfect for this time of year and pair so nicely with booze. I find that my intake of smokey co*cktails increases, too! I always love a good margarita recipe, so while we were brainstorming drinks to share this fall and holiday season, we immediately thought of a fall margarita. This sweet and savory co*cktail is like a cozy fall day next to the fire!

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Using the brûlée torch for this co*cktail is one of the most satisfying things in life. And the combination of warmed sugar on citrus smells positively mouthwatering! While we were making these co*cktails, it felt like we were baking something perfectly fall-inspired… but instead it’s a co*cktail. It’s also a really easy, but impressive garnish for when you’re entertaining guests this fall. I also love how Rocky has combined so many incredible, complex flavors — but in a really easy-to-make drink with a nice tangy zip of cider. I feel like this is a drink you could order at a fancy bar. Plus, the smokey mezcal will warm your belly on a chilly fall night.

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Tamarind Apple Cider Fall Margarita Recipe

This sweet and savory co*cktail is like a cozy fall day next to the fire!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Steeping Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American, Mexican

Servings 1

Calories 231 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz silver tequila
  • .5 oz mezcal
  • .25 oz tamarind syrup (recipe below or you can buy it from Whole Foods or a specialty grocery store)
  • .5 oz apple cider vinegar
  • .5 oz triple sec
  • .5 oz lemon and lime juice
  • tajin for rimmed glass
  • cinnamon for rimmed glass
  • sugar
  • fresh orange slices
  • star anise for garnish

Instructions

TAMARIND SYRUP*:

  • Remove the hard shell from the tamarind pods and discard. Over medium-high heat, combine 1 cup of water with 1 cup of sugar, whisking frequently. Add cleaned tamarind pods and bring to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low and simmer for a couple of minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes. Once it’s cooled, strain with a mesh strainer and discard the solids. This mixture will keep in the fridge for 2-3 weeks in an airtight container.

DIRECTIONS:

  • To make your fall margarita, combine the tajin and cinnamon on a shallow plate. Rub a lime wedge along the rim of the margarita glass and then place the wet edge in the mixed spices. Twist the glass a few times, making sure that the rimming mixture covers the entire edge.

  • Next, fill a co*cktail shaker with ice. Then, add silver tequila, tamarind syrup, apple cider vinegar, triple sec, and lemon and lime juices. Shake for 30 seconds, then double strain over ice into the margarita glass. Pour in the mezcal over the top.

  • To make thebrûléed orange garnish, slice the orange into 1/4″ thick rounds. Coat one side with sugar, then use the culinary torch to brown it. The sugar will caramelize and smell incredible! Once it’s toasted to your liking, gently place it on top of the co*cktail and add 1 star anise for an aromatic touch.

Notes

*Tamarind syrup adapted from this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 153mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 148IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 1mg

Keyword apple cider, co*cktail, fall recipe, margarita, tequila

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The margarita glasses I used are from CB2, but sold out unfortunately. Here are some cute alternatives:

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Are you ready for fall? Let us know what you think of our sweet and smoky fall margarita!! We hope you like it!

Looking for more fall inspired recipes? Try out these:

  • Tahini Frangipane Apple Galette with Salted Honey Rose Cream
  • Spiced Rye and Jam co*cktail Recipe
  • Golden Sumac Kale Salad for Fall
  • Spiced Mezcal Apple Cider co*cktail
  • Aromatic Chai Hot Toddy
Photography and styling by Jojotastic. Recipe developed byRaquel Rooffor Jojotastic.
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Joanna Hawley-McBride is a Pacific Northwest-based social media strategist, content creator, and former textile designer. Joanna is the founder and editor-in-chief of Jojotastic, a lifestyle blog focused on Joanna’s work-in-progress cabin, finding the best pair of underwear through #UnderwearThesis, and empowering women to explore nature — all in her signature unfiltered style. Her work has been featured in Domino, CNBC, and Eating Well.

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Tamarind Apple Cider Fall Margarita Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How does Jennifer Aniston make her margaritas? ›

In a recent interview with InStyle, the First Ladies star revealed that her secret to making margaritas is sticking to the basics. She said, “It's basically silver tequila with lime juice shaken and over rocks. And some people like a little Cointreau, some don't.”

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 Clooney margarita? ›

This co*cktail starts with a pour of Casamigos Blanco Tequila, a premium spirit co-created by George Clooney and known for its crisp, clean agave notes. We then add Fresh Lime Juice, which imparts a zesty tang that perfectly complements the tequila.

What cancels out tartness? ›

How Do You Neutralize Sour Taste in Food? If a dish is too sour, add a little bit of sugar! Sweetness balances out sour flavors, so if something makes your mouth pucker, a dash of sugar may help soften the blow of the sour food.

How do you ask for a skinny margarita at a restaurant? ›

Order “Skinny” margarita, only it doesn't have fake sugar (you'll have to ask your server/bartender). Ask for light to no agave/simple syrup. Tequila neat/straight up with a lime. Ask to swap in Triple Sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier in place of a margarita mix, sugar, or agave.

What makes a margarita too sweet? ›

Problem: You're Using Too Much Sweetener

There are two classic ways of making a Margarita: with triple sec or with agave syrup (the Tommy's Margarita). If you use both agave and triple sec in your Margarita—rather than one in place of the other—your co*cktail is going to be an overly sweet mess.

What is Jennifer Aniston mixed with? ›

Her father was Greek, and her mother was of English, Irish, Scottish, and Italian descent.

What does Jennifer Aniston put in her coffee? ›

While we can def attribute that to her daily hour and a half-long workouts, she has also shed light on other essentials in her routine, one being a scoop of Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides in her morning coffee.

What's the difference between skinny and house margaritas? ›

The biggest differences are the types of sweeteners used -- they range from stevia to sucralose (Splenda) to aspartame to agave nectar -- and whether they contain artificial colors. In addition to the lower sugar content of skinny margaritas, a lower alcohol content is another explanation for their low-calorie status.

Why do they put sugar on the rim of margaritas? ›

The sugar rim is a delightful addition to fruit-forward margaritas, offering a contrasting sweetness that complements the tangy citrus notes. This choice is often paired with tropical flavors like mango, strawberry, or passion fruit, creating a symphony of tastes that dance on the palate.

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