Here is a nice twist to the simple margarita. Note the use of lemon instead of lime. I also find that a slice of fresh honeydew as a garnish makes for a perfect compliment to the drink.
Ready
- 1 oz of Midori liqueur (melon flavoured liqueur)
- 2 oz Tequila
- 1 ½ oz Fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup (or to taste)
- Slices of honeydew for garnish
- Salt and extra lemon juice for rim
- Cracked ice
Set
- Magarita glass (12 oz)
- Cocktail shaker
Go
- Place salt on shallow plate.
- Wet rim of glass with extra lemon juice.
- Invert glass into salt on plate and swirl to coat rim.
- Blend ingredients in cocktail shaker.
- Shake and pour into salt rimed glass.
- Garnish with appropriate fruit.
- Serve.
What you should know
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