Winter Margarita
A vibrant twist on the classic margarita. Tart, spiced, and beautifully balanced.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Spiced Hibiscus Syrup
Ingredients
2 cups water
1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 cinnamon sticks
2 orange peels
1 cup sugar (or equal to the amount of brewed tea)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine water, hibiscus flowers, ginger, cinnamon sticks, and orange peels.
Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 3–4 minutes.
Remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing gently to extract the liquid (you should have about 1 cup).
Return the liquid to the saucepan and add sugar, stirring over low heat until fully dissolved.
Cool to room temperature, then transfer to a jar or bottle and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
Winter Margarita
Ingredients
2 oz blanco tequila
1 oz spiced hibiscus syrup
¾ oz lime juice
½ oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
Optional: pinch of chili salt or cinnamon-sugar rim
Instructions
Rim your glass with sugar or chili salt.
Add tequila, hibiscus syrup, lime juice, and orange liqueur to a shaker with ice.
Shake until chilled and strain over crushed ice.
Garnish with rosemary, cinnamon stick, or star anise.
Notes from the Bar
Flavor Profile
A balance of tart hibiscus and citrus with cozy winter spice — it’s fresh, floral, and seasonally bold.
Tequila Choice
Blanco keeps the color vivid and crisp; reposado adds warmth and depth for a more complex flavor.
Sugared Rim
Enhances the drink’s presentation and balances the tangy hibiscus notes with a touch of sweetness.
Garnish Game
A sprig of rosemary, cinnamon stick, and star anise add aromatic depth and visual holiday flair.
Batch Friendly
For a party batch, mix 12 oz tequila, 6 oz hibiscus syrup, 4½ oz lime juice, and 3 oz orange liqueur in a pitcher and serve over ice.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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