Lobster House Rita Recipe
Top-shelf margarita that perfectly complements any seafood
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Optional variations / finishing
Method
Cocktail
Prepare the glass
Choose a rocks glass or coupe and chill it in the freezer for 5–10 minutes, or fill it with ice while you prepare the cocktail to cool it quickly.
Salt the rim
Pour a small amount of sea salt or smoked sea salt onto a plate. Run a lime wedge around the rim of the chilled glass, then gently dip or roll the rim in the salt until evenly coated. Tap off excess.
Measure and add spirits
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz blanco tequila and 0.5 oz reposado tequila. Using a small jigger helps keep the balance between bright and rounded tequila flavors that complement seafood.
Add liqueur, citrus, and sweetener
Add 0.75 oz orange liqueur, 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice, 0.25 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 0.5 oz agave syrup into the shaker.
Add ice and shake
Fill the shaker with ice (about 1 cup) to the top. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is very cold and slightly frosted. This both chills and dilutes the cocktail to the correct balance.
Garnish
Express an orange twist over the drink by pinching it skin-side down to release oils, then run the twist around the rim and drop it into the drink. Add a lime wheel to the rim or float it in the glass. Optionally sprinkle a tiny pinch of smoked salt or grapefruit zest on top for an aromatic finish that pairs with lobster and other seafood.
Serve
Serve immediately. The Lobster House Rita is best enjoyed fresh and cold alongside seafood — its bright citrus, top-shelf tequilas, and subtle orange notes complement shellfish and grilled fish.
Optional variations / finishing
Spicy Rim: Mix a small pinch of chili-lime seasoning with the sea salt before rimming for a subtle heat that pairs well with shrimp and crab.
Smokier Profile: Use smoked sea salt on the rim and float an extra 0.25 oz reposado or orange liqueur for added depth.
Lower-alcohol / pitcher: Scale all ingredients down proportionally and add to a pitcher with ice; stir instead of shaking to avoid over-dilution and serve over fresh ice.