White Christmas Margarita

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Cocktail History

The White Christmas Margarita is a holiday cocktail that was created in 2015 by Jessica Merchant, recipe developer and blogger at How Sweet Eats based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Originally designed as a batch cocktail for holiday gatherings, the recipe combines the classic base spirit of tequila with a refreshing citrus mix, simple syrup, and cranberries. What sets this Margarita apart, though, is the addition of coconut-flavored ingredients that give the cocktail its signature white, wintry hue and a creamy, tropical flair. The combination of bright citrus and coconut adds a festive, creamy element, while the cranberries bring in a burst of tartness, making it both visually striking and delicious.

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Cocktail Ingredients

To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Tequila Blanco: This is a spirit made with unaged agave and water. I used Piedra Azul Tequila Blanco.

Coconut Water: This is the clear, naturally occurring liquid found inside young coconuts. I used Vita Coco Coconut Water.

Orange Curaçao: This is a liqueur made with oranges, sugar, and brandy or rum. I used Naranja Orange Liqueur.

Coconut Liqueur: This is a liqueur made with coconut flakes, sugar, milk, alcohol, and water. I used Dorda Coconut Liqueur.

Cream of Coconut: This is a sweet, thickened coconut product made with coconut milk and sugar. I used Coco Lopez Real Cream of Coconut.

Lime Juice: This is the tangy liquid extracted from the flesh of limes. I used fresh lime juice.

Simple Syrup: This is a sweetener made with white sugar and water. I used this stovetop recipe.

Cranberries: This is a small red berry native to North America that’s known for its vibrant color and slightly bitter flavor.

Rosemary: This is an aromatic evergreen herb with needle-like leaves and a robust, piney, and slightly peppery flavor.

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Bartending Tools

To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following bar tools:

Bar Mat: This is a rubber or silicone mat that’s placed on the bar surface to catch spills, provide grip for glasses and tools, and keep the workspace clean and organized. I used the Highball & Chaser 18×12 Bar Mat.

Jigger: This is a small, double-sided measuring tool that’s used to accurately portion spirits and mixers, typically with one side measuring 1 oz and the other 1.5 or 2 oz. I used the Japanese jigger from the A Bar Above 14-Piece Silver Bar Set.

Boston Shaker: This is a two-piece cocktail shaker consisting of a metal tin and a glass or metal mixing glass that’s used for shaking and blending ingredients. I used the Boston shaker from the A Bar Above 14-Piece Silver Bar Set.

Hawthorne Strainer: This is a metal strainer with a spring around its edge that’s used to filter out ice and solids when pouring the cocktail into a glass. I used the A Bar Above Hawthorne Strainer.

Paring Knife: This is a small, sharp kitchen knife with a narrow blade that’s used for peeling, trimming, and garnishing. I used the OXO Good Grips 3.5 Inch Paring Knife.

Juicer: This is a handheld tool that’s used to extract juice from fruits by pressing or twisting it against a reamer or cone. I used the Black+Decker 32 oz Electric Citrus Juicer.

Cocktail Pick: This is a small, slender tool that’s used to skewer cocktail garnishes. I used one from the I-MART Gold Stainless Steel Cocktail Pick Set.

Lowball Glass: This is a short, wide glass with a thick base that’s used for serving spirits neat or on the rocks. I used the Anchor Hocking Reality Rocks Glass.

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Tasting Notes

This cocktail has the following flavor profile:

• Appearance: Silky white color

• Aroma: Woodsy rosemary and slight agave

• Taste: A creamy flavor that combines citrus, tequila, and coconut

• Finish: Strong coconut and orange notes

Kendall's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Kendall's Take: "I don't usually care for tropical flavor combinations during the fall and winter seasons, but I have to admit that this Christmas variation of a Margarita is absolutely delicious. I'd call the White Christmas Margarita a cross between the iconic tequila cocktail and a Piña Colada. It blends the best elements of both into a silky and complex concoction that's as pretty as the fresh blanket of snow we just got. Don't sleep on this one!"

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Recipe

This cocktail recipe was adapted from How Sweet Eats, a food and beverage recipe blog.