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Ingredients
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Drink Base
Twist Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Take a lime wedge and rub it around the rim of a chilled margarita glass. Dip the rim into salt to coat it evenly. Set aside.
- 2
Muddle the Mint
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently bruise the mint leaves to release their oils.
Mixing the Drink
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, agave syrup, and grapefruit juice to the shaker with the muddled mint.
- 4
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
Serving
- 5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass over fresh ice, if desired. Garnish with a mint sprig or a lime wheel, if desired.