Icy Coconut-Lime Holiday Margarita Recipe: Festive Sips
Mixing up a tropical twist on classic cocktails, this frosty coconut-lime holiday margarita brings unexpected cheer to winter celebrations.
Crisp lime notes dance with smooth coconut cream, creating a refreshing escape from chilly temperatures.
Cool and creamy textures blend seamlessly in this festive drink.
Tequila adds a spirited kick that promises to spark conversations at any gathering.
Shimmering with icy elegance, each sip transports you to a sunny beach despite the winter landscape.
Palm trees and ocean waves might feel distant, but this cocktail bridges those tropical dreams right to your glass.
You’ll want to shake, pour, and savor every delightful moment of this inventive seasonal sipper.
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Step 1: Craft Tropical Glass Rim
Glide a lime wedge around the glass rim to create a sticky surface. Generously dip the moistened rim into shredded coconut, rotating to ensure complete coverage.
Let the glasses rest while preparing the cocktail.
Step 2: Whip Up Frosty Tropical Elixir
Toss these ingredients into a high-powered blender:Blend the mixture until silky smooth and frothy, creating a dreamy white cocktail with tiny ice crystals.
Step 3: Design Festive Holiday Beverage
Carefully pour the blended margarita into your coconut-rimmed glasses. Top the drink with playful garnishes such as:Serve immediately while the drink is icy cold and perfectly whipped.
Enjoy this winter wonderland cocktail that brings tropical vibes to your holiday celebration.
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Absolutely! Simply replace the tequila and triple sec with coconut water or additional coconut milk for a delicious mocktail version.
Reduce the amount of simple syrup or substitute it with a sugar-free sweetener like stevia to control the sweetness level.
A silver or blanco tequila pairs perfectly with the coconut and lime flavors, providing a clean and crisp base for the cocktail.
While it’s blended with ice, it’s more of a frothy cocktail than a traditional frozen margarita, giving it a smoother, creamier texture.
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Frosty Coconut-Lime Holiday Margarita Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Tropical paradise meets festive cheer in this coconut-lime holiday margarita, blending creamy coconut and zesty lime with smooth tequila. Crisp, refreshing sips transport you to a sun-drenched beach while celebrating seasonal joy.
Ingredients
Main Alcohol Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) silver tequila
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) triple sec or orange liqueur
Citrus and Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) simple syrup or to taste
Base and Chilling Ingredients:
- 1 can (13.5 ounces or 400 milliliters) coconut milk
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnishes: coconut flakes
- Optional garnishes: lime slices
- Optional garnishes: cranberries
- Optional garnishes: rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Create a decorative rim for serving glasses by brushing lime juice around the edges and coating with delicate coconut flakes, creating a festive winter-inspired presentation.
- Fill a high-powered blender with coconut milk, tequila, triple sec, freshly squeezed lime juice, simple syrup, and a substantial amount of ice cubes to ensure a perfectly chilled consistency.
- Activate the blender and pulse the ingredients until the mixture transforms into a smooth, velvety texture with a frothy appearance, approximately 30-45 seconds.
- Carefully transfer the frosty liquid into the prepared coconut-rimmed glasses, ensuring an even distribution and maintaining the drink’s creamy texture.
- Elevate the cocktail’s visual appeal by artfully garnishing with vibrant lime wedges, ruby-red cranberries, or an elegant sprig of aromatic rosemary, adding a sophisticated holiday touch to the beverage.
Notes
- Chill glasses beforehand in the freezer to enhance the frosty aesthetic and keep the drink colder longer.
- Swap tequila with coconut water or non-alcoholic white spirit for a family-friendly version that maintains tropical flavor profile.
- Toast coconut flakes lightly before rimming glasses to deepen the nutty undertone and create a more complex sensory experience.
- Adjust sweetness by using agave nectar instead of simple syrup for a more natural, smoother sweetening option that complements the coconut and lime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Mia Thompson
Pastry Chef & Content Creator
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Education
Portland Community College – Baking and Pastry Arts Program
Specialized in artisanal bread, seasonal desserts, and sustainable baking methods.
National University of Natural Medicine – Bachelor of Science in Nutrition (BScN)
Focused on “Food as Medicine” philosophy, with core threads in nutrition.
Mia’s love affair with baking began in her grandmother’s kitchen, where sneaking spoonfuls of batter first sparked her curiosity. She refined her skills through Portland Community College’s Baking and Pastry Arts Program and her expertise at the National University of Natural Medicine, earning a B.Sc. in Nutrition.
At The Scrumptious Pumpkin, Mia reimagines classics with effortless seasonal treats, healthier twists on old favorites, and playful confections that feel like pure joy. Beyond the oven, she nurtures her urban garden, forages local ingredients around Portland, and leads hands‑on nutrition workshops for her community.