Ingredients

2ozmezcal

2ozapple ciderhomemade or store-bought

1ozlime juicefreshly-squeezed

applesdiced (Optional garnish)

cinnamon stick(Optional garnish)

1Tbspcoarse kosher salt

1Tbspsugargranulated or brown

1tspground ginger

1lime

Preparation

Begin by salting the rims of your glasses, if desired.

Add mezcal, apple cider, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker, and shake or stir until combined.

Fill glass with ice. Pour in the margarita mixture over the rocks.

Serve immediately, garnished with diced apples and a cinnamon stick, if desired.

Whisk together the salt, sugar, and ground ginger in a shallow bowl until combined.

Run a slice of lime around the top edge of your glass, then dip it in the ginger mixture.