Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMercado PasadenaCocktail Of The Month: Mango Basil Margarita Recipe

Cocktail Of The Month: Mango Basil Margarita Recipe

Inspired by Mercado Pasadena
Time15m
Serves1

silver tequila, basil leaves, spicy bitters, simple syrup, Cointreau, mango purée, fresh sour, tajín rim

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Cocktail Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Start by rimming your glass with Tajín. To do this, rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and then dip the rim into a plate with Tajín to coat it evenly.

  2. 2

    Muddle the Basil

    In a cocktail shaker, add the basil leaves. Using a muddler, gently press down on the leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to shred the leaves too much.

  3. 3

    Combine the Ingredients

    To the shaker, add the silver tequila, spicy bitters, simple syrup, Cointreau, mango purée, and fresh sour mix. Fill the shaker with ice, covering the liquid.

  4. 4

    Shake the Cocktail

    Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

  5. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice. Optionally, garnish with a basil leaf or a slice of mango.

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