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Cotton Candy Margarita Recipe

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  • Author: Angela
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (4 x 8-ounce glasses)
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A fun and whimsical cocktail recipe that combines the tangy freshness of lime and tequila with the sweet creaminess of vanilla soda and a playful twist of pink cotton candy garnish. Perfect for parties or a festive treat, this Cotton Candy Margarita is vibrant, easy to make, and sure to delight.


Ingredients

Scale

Liquids

  • 1 cup White Tequila
  • 3/4 cup Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 can (12 oz) Canada Dry Vanilla Cream Soda
  • 1/3 cup Orange Liqueur

Garnish

  • 1 package Pink Cotton Candy
  • Sugar for glass rim


Instructions

  1. Mix Ingredients: In a large cocktail pitcher, combine the white tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, vanilla cream soda, and orange liqueur. Shake or stir vigorously until the mixture is completely blended.
  2. Chill Mixture: Place the pitcher in the refrigerator for one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cocktail to chill thoroughly.
  3. Prepare Glasses: Dip the rims of four 8-ounce glasses first into lime juice, then into sugar to create a sweet, tangy sugared rim for each glass.
  4. Stir Before Serving: Remove the pitcher from the refrigerator and give the cocktail a good stir to re-mix any settled ingredients.
  5. Assemble Cocktails: Fill each prepared glass about three-quarters full with the chilled margarita mixture. Add approximately half a cup of pink cotton candy to each glass and gently stir so the cotton candy dissolves into the drink, adding sweetness and a fun visual effect.
  6. Serve: Serve the Cotton Candy Margaritas chilled and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice rather than bottled.
  • You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less cotton candy according to taste.
  • Ensure glasses are chilled if possible for an extra refreshing experience.
  • Vanilla cream soda adds unique creaminess; avoid substituting with regular soda to maintain the intended flavor.
  • This cocktail contains alcohol and is intended for adults of legal drinking age.