Kiwi Infused Tequila – Kiwi Orange Margarita

Kiwi orange margarita made with kiwi infused tequila, orange juice, lemon juice and cinnamon. A cinnamon sugar rim and kiwi star in the center of the glass takes this cocktail to the next level.

As you start planning your Thanksgiving -the turkey, desserts, cranberry sauce, and gravy it’s easy to forget about a Thanksgiving cocktail.

Thanksgiving is all about the comida, pero I am here to remind you that a beautiful signature cocktail is always a holiday must-have.

Today I want to share a simply stunning cocktail that is so easy to make but is all wow.

My kiwi orange margarita is vibrant, warm and makes an impression.

The base of my kiwi orange margarita begins with kiwi infused tequila. Combined with orange juice, lemon juice and cinnamon. A cinnamon sugar rim and kiwi star in the center of the glass takes this cocktail to the next level.

I sliced my kiwi into stars before adding to a canning jar with tequila to infuse, but you can slice kiwi into any desired shape.  For this cocktail I used a gold kiwi, but you can use a green kiwi as well.

HOW TO MAKE KIWI INFUSED TEQUILA

Cut kiwi into desired shape

Place into canning jar

Fill with tequila

Top with lid – do not shake, as you do not want to break up kiwi

Place in a cool dry place for up to four days

Use kiwi infused tequila to make cocktails

Use kiwi to garnish cocktails

HOW TO CUT A KIWI INTO A STAR

Peel kiwi

Insert the point of your knife into the kiwi and begin to make diagonal slices.

Do this around the entire kiwi, then carefully pull the slices apart to separate.

WHAT IS A GOLD KIWI?

A gold kiwi has smooth, gold brown hairless skin with golden yellow vibrant flesh color. Gold kiwi has a tropical taste, with the taste of a cross between a mango and strawberry.

HOW TO INFUSE TEQUILA

Making your own infused tequila is super simple and instead of buying the pre-made stuff loaded with who knows what, you can simply make it yourself at home and customize it to your little heart’s content.

Learn all about infusing tequila at home here.

HOW TO MAKE CINNAMON SUGAR

For a fun rim combine sugar and cinnamon for a fun fall twist.

Sugar for sweetness, cinnamon for warmth.

Combine 1/4 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.

Use to make cocktails or store in a cool, dry place for up to two months.

You can easily double to sprinkle on fresh fruit, toast, or oatmeal.

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Kiwi Orange Margarita

Author: Vianney Rodriguez

Ingredients

• 2 gold kiwi peel and slice into desired shape
• Tequila blanco
• 3 ounces fresh-squeezed orange juice
• 2 ounces kiwi infused tequila
• 1 ounce fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Cut kiwis into desired shape
2. Place into canning jar
3. Fill with tequila
4. Place in a cool dry place for up to four days
5. To a plate combine sugar and cinnamon.
6. Run a lemon wedge around glass dip into cinnamon sugar.
7. To a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add orange juice, kiwi infused tequila, lemon juice and ground cinnamon.
8. Shake well until well chilled
9. Place one kiwi star into rimmed glass.
10. Gently pour into side of glass.

Recipe Notes

Makes 1