Pumpkin Spice Margaritas (For Two)
Pumpkin in a margarita might sound a little odd, but this pumpkin spice margarita totally works. This cozy, festive twist on a classic margarita is a perfect drink to make for Halloween or any fall gathering. It’s got all the warm pumpkin pie flavors you love, balanced with the tartness of lime and the fizzy kick of ginger beer.
To make it, all you need are a few simple ingredients: tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, a spoonful of pumpkin puree, a dash of pumpkin spice, and a touch of vanilla bean paste (or other sweetener). Shake everything together with ice, pour it into two glasses, and top each with ginger beer. You’ll end up with a smooth, lightly spiced cocktail that tastes like fall in a glass.
My dietitian disclaimer: we all know alcohol isn’t healthy, but it can fit into a balanced lifestyle if enjoyed occasionally and in moderation. For a mocktail version, you swap the tequila and orange liqueur for sparkling water or extra ginger beer with a splash of fresh orange juice. You’ll still get that pumpkin spice flavor, minus the buzz.
I hope you enjoy these pumpkin spice margaritas. If you try it, let me know what you think in the comments!
Pumpkin Spice Margaritas
Ingredients
- salt (optional, to rim glass)
- 4 oz tequila
- 1 oz orange liqueur
- 1 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (can sub maple syrup or agave)
- dash pumpkin pie spice
- 4 oz sugar-free ginger beer
- 2 sticks cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Rim your glasses if desired (I used black sea salt).
- Add all ingredients except ginger beer to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously until very cold.
- Pour over ice into two glasses.
- Top each margarita with ~2 oz ginger beer, garnish with cinnamon sticks, and enjoy!
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