{"id":18721,"date":"2018-09-24T02:00:47","date_gmt":"2018-09-24T07:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/?p=18721"},"modified":"2018-09-25T08:57:44","modified_gmt":"2018-09-25T13:57:44","slug":"apple-cider-margarita-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/2018\/09\/apple-cider-margarita-recipe.html","title":{"rendered":"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19164\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-8.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-8-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-8-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-8-290x193.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n<p>Can I get a drumroll please? Are you sure you&#8217;re ready? Then without further adieu, let me introduce ya&#8217;ll to my absolute favorite cocktail: the Apple Cider Margarita. At first glance it may sound a little strange, but trust me this drink is THE BOMB. The recipe is a little bit different than your standard margarita and perfect for enjoying during the fall when fresh apple cider is in season.<\/p>\n<p>I actually started making these last year after being put in charge of the drinks for Thanksgiving dinner. While I&#8217;m 100% down for traditional margaritas year-round, I wanted to find a way to spin the recipe and make it more seasonal. Pinterest is a beautiful thing my friends because after a quick search I found my solution: swap out tequila for mezcal and add fresh apple cider.\u00a0Everyone loved my apple cider margaritas so much that I made them again for Christmas and haven&#8217;t stopped shaking them up since. It&#8217;s such an easy cocktail to serve at home (Nick &amp; I prob make them at least 1x a week for ourselves!) and the ingredients are minimal.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"one-half first\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19183\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-18.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-18.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-18-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-18-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-18-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-18-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-18-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/> <\/div><div class=\"one-half\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19160\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-11.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-11-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-11-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-11-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-11-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-11-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/div><\/p>\n<p>For those not familiar with mezcal, it&#8217;s basically the &#8220;dirty&#8221; sibling of tequila. Mezcal and tequila are both agave-based liquors, but have <em>very<\/em> different tastes. Tequila is a very smooth alcohol and typically has minimal flavor apart from the agave. Mezcal on the other hand is rich in flavor and has a really unique smokiness that makes it an amazing spirit to use in fall and winter cocktails. Don&#8217;t get scared off by the word &#8220;smoky&#8221; though. When you pair mezcal with the fruitiness of cider and lime juice it creates a perfect balance of sweet and savory.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19184\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-17.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-17.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-17-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-17-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-17-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-17-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-17-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>OUTFIT DETAILS \/\/ <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2OS1zOA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Faux Leather Skirt<\/a> | <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2p1Rljv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sweater<\/a> | <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2wJPynD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Over The Knee Boots<\/a> | <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2pkXh7i\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Similar Necklace<\/a> | <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2QRsWK6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Red Lipstick<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"shopthepost-widget\" data-widget-id=\"3285041\">\r\n                <script type=\"text\/javascript\" language=\"javascript\">\r\n                    !function(d,s,id){\r\n                        var e, p = \/^http:\/.test(d.location) ? 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Sometimes when we have these at home I&#8217;ll catch Nick literally just sitting there LICKING the rim off of his margarita glass. Not even drinking!!! Like why even waste time sipping your marg when the rim is that good? I can&#8217;t with him sometimes&#8211; he seriously cracks me up! Once you try one though you&#8217;ll see what I mean. It&#8217;s like drinking fall in a glass! Please do all your friends and family (along with yourself! ) a favor and whip these up immediately.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19155\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-6.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-6-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-6-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-6-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-6-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-6-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n<h2>Apple Cider Margarita Recipe<\/h2>\n<h1><strong>INGREDIENTS:<\/strong><br \/>\n1.5-2oz Mezcal <em>(essentially 1-2 shot glasses)<\/em><br \/>\n3oz Fresh Apple Cider<br \/>\n1.5oz Lime Juice <em>(I use store-bought key lime juice)<br \/>\n<\/em>Ice Cubes<\/h1>\n<h1><strong>THE RIM:<\/strong><br \/>\nCinnamon + Sugar + Kosher Salt<\/h1>\n<h1><strong>OPTIONAL GARNISH:<\/strong><br \/>\nDried Apple Slices + Cinnamon Sticks + Nutmeg<\/h1>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>SHOP WHAT YA NEED:<\/strong><\/h1>\n<div class=\"shopthepost-widget\" data-widget-id=\"3285035\">\r\n                <script type=\"text\/javascript\" language=\"javascript\">\r\n                    !function(d,s,id){\r\n                        var e, p = \/^http:\/.test(d.location) ? 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All you have to do is combine a few dashes of kosher salt, cinnamon, and granulated sugar (I buy <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2zp0jx7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">pre-mixed cinnamon sugar<\/a> to make things easier)\u00a0on a plate and then dip the edge of your glass into the mixture. I always lightly wet the rim of all my glasses under running water, but you can use a lime wedge too! Feel free to use whatever type of glass you prefer. I like <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2OLgbzp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">old fashioned-style<\/a>, but I&#8217;ve used stemless wine glasses in the past as well!<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"one-half first\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19159\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-10.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-10.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-10-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-10-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-10-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-10-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-10-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"one-half\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19161\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-14.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-14.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-14-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-14-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-14-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-14-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-14-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/div><\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 2: MAKE THE MARGS.<\/strong> Place a few ice cubes in a <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2OLh1w3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">cocktail shaker<\/a> and add your mezcal, apple cider and lime juice.\u00a0Shake for a few seconds until the ingredients are combined and then pour into your deliciously rimmed glasses. If preferred, add a few ice cubes to each drink.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19163\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-3.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-3-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-3-290x193.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n<p><div class=\"one-half first\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19152\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-4-e1537722566604.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1093\" height=\"1642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-4-e1537722566604.jpg 1093w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-4-e1537722566604-600x901.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-4-e1537722566604-768x1154.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-4-e1537722566604-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-4-e1537722566604-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-4-e1537722566604-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1093px) 100vw, 1093px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"one-half\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19154\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-5.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-5-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-5-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-5-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-5-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"one-half first\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19156\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-13.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-13.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-13-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-13-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-13-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-13-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-13-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"one-half\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19157\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-12.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-12.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-12-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-12-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-12-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-12-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-12-193x290.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/div><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">SIDENOTE \/\/ You cannnnn use a silver tequila in place of mezcal, but I really wouldn&#8217;t recommend it. I was curious about the difference so I tried it myself and the margs didn&#8217;t taste nearly as special. A smooth tequila just doesn&#8217;t bring out the flavor of the cider the way the mezcal does. Don&#8217;t get me wrong&#8211; it&#8217;s still a tasty drink with tequila, but trust me when I say mezcal takes it to another level.<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 3: ADD A GARNISH.<\/strong> Totally optional, but if you have peeps to impress or wanna get #fancy for the &#8216;gram I&#8217;d suggest adding an <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2zpJ0My\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">apple slice<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2zpy3uF\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">cinnamon stick<\/a> and a dash of nutmeg to the top of each margarita. I personally like <a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2zpJ0My\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">dried apple slices<\/a>\u00a0though I&#8217;m sure a fresh apple slice would be tasty too! The garnish doesn&#8217;t really add much to the flavor of the drink itself but it looks really pretty!<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19162\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-1.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-1-290x193.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">So have I sold you on apple cider margaritas yet? I PROMISE I would never lead you guys astray, especially when it comes to drinks. If you end up making these margs please send me a photo on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.instagram.com\/katiesbliss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a> so I can see! Also make sure to save the graphic below to your <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/katiesbliss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pinterest<\/a> so the recipe is always a click away \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19173\" src=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-16.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Cider Margarita Recipe\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-16.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-16-600x1067.jpg 600w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-16-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-16-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-16-150x267.jpg 150w, https:\/\/katiesbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Apple-Cider-Margarita-Recipe-16-163x290.jpg 163w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can I get a drumroll please? 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