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Cotton Candy Margarita Recipe

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This Cotton Candy Margarita is a whimsical twist on the classic margarita, combining white tequila, fresh lime juice, and vanilla cream soda with the sweet fun of pink cotton candy. Perfectly chilled and served with rimmed sugar glasses, this cocktail offers a delightful balance of citrus, sweetness, and fizz that’s sure to impress at any gathering or festive occasion.

Ingredients

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Liquids and Spirits

  • 1 cup White Tequila
  • 3/4 cup Freshly squeezed Lime Juice
  • 1 can (8 oz) Canada Dry Vanilla Cream Soda
  • 1/3 cup Orange Liqueur

Sweeteners and Garnishes

  • 1 package Pink Cotton Candy
  • Sugar (for glass rims, pink sugar optional)
  • Lemon or Lime wheel (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Mix Liquids: In a large cocktail glass, combine the white tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, vanilla cream soda, and orange liqueur. Stir gently until fully mixed. (You can also use a cocktail shaker, but be cautious as the soda may cause fizzing.)
  2. Dissolve Cotton Candy: Place about one cup of pink cotton candy inside a large pitcher. Pour the mixed cocktail over the cotton candy and stir well until the cotton candy is completely dissolved into the liquid.
  3. Chill Mixture: Refrigerate the pitcher for one hour to chill and let the flavors meld.
  4. Prepare Glass Rims: Dip the rims of four glasses into lime juice, then immediately into sugar or pink sugar to coat the rims evenly.
  5. Final Stir: Remove the pitcher from the refrigerator and give the cocktail a good stir to ensure everything is well combined.
  6. Serve: Fill each prepared glass about three-quarters full with the margarita mixture. Add about half a cup of pink cotton candy to each glass and stir gently to incorporate.
  7. Garnish and Enjoy: Serve the cocktail chilled, ideally over ice. Garnish with a lemon or lime wheel and additional cotton candy on top for a fun and festive presentation.

Notes

  • Be gentle when stirring the soda-based cocktail to avoid excessive fizzing.
  • Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor and natural tartness.
  • Adding cotton candy just before serving maintains its whimsical appearance and texture.
  • This cocktail is best served chilled and over ice to keep it refreshing.
  • Optionally use pink sugar for glass rims to enhance the visual appeal.
  • Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of cotton candy to your taste.

Keywords: Cotton Candy Margarita, Tequila Cocktails, Sweet Margaritas, Vanilla Cream Soda Cocktail, Festive Drinks

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