Blood Orange Margarita
A delightful twist on the classic margarita using vibrant blood orange juice for a sweet-tart flavor and stunning appearance.
Ingredients
Cocktail Ingredients
- 2 oz blood orange juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
- 1 oz tequila Use 100% agave tequila for best flavor.
- 1 oz lime juice Freshly squeezed for maximum flavor.
- 1 oz triple sec An orange liqueur that adds sweetness.
- to taste salt For rimming the glass.
- Ice For shaking and serving.
- 1 blood orange slice For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rim your glass with salt using a lime wedge to moisten the rim, then dip it into a plate of salt.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine blood orange juice, tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice and strain the margarita mixture into the glass.
- Garnish with a slice of blood orange on the rim.
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Notes
For a refreshing experience, chill your glass before serving. Adjust the ingredient ratios to suit your taste. Variations include a Spicy Blood Orange Margarita by muddling jalapeño slices or a Frozen Blood Orange Margarita by blending all ingredients with ice.