Azul Rita Recipe

Prepare glass

If you prefer a salted or sugared rim, rub a lime wedge around the outer rim of a rocks or margarita glass. Dip the rim into coarse salt or sugar placed on a small plate to coat. Set the glass aside and chill briefly if desired.

Measure ingredients

Measure 2 oz El Jimador Reposado tequila, 0.5 oz Grand Marnier, 0.5 oz blue curaçao, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup into a cocktail shaker.

Add ice and shake

Fill the shaker with ice (about 1 cup). Seal and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch and the outside is frosty. This chills and dilutes the cocktail to balance flavors.

Strain and serve

Double-strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over fresh ice (or serve neat if preferred). The drink will have a bright blue tint from the curaçao balanced by the orange depth of Grand Marnier and the character of El Jimador.

Garnish

Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim. Optionally grate a small amount of lime zest over the top for an aromatic finish.