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Ingredients
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Strawberry Margarita
Method
Strawberry Margarita
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Prep strawberries
If using large strawberries, quarter them. If they are small, halve them. If strawberries are underripe, sprinkle the optional 0.5 tsp muddling sugar over the fruit to help release juices.
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Muddle or puree strawberries
Place the hulled strawberries into a blender or cocktail shaker. If using a shaker and want fresh-texture margarita, muddle thoroughly until broken down and juicy. If using a blender for a frozen-style drink, blend the strawberries until smooth before adding other ingredients.
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Combine cocktail ingredients
To the blender (or shaker) add 2 oz silver tequila, 1 oz triple sec, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup. If making a frozen margarita, add 1 cup ice to the blender. If making a shaken-on-ice margarita, add a generous handful of ice to the shaker.
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Blend or shake
Frozen: Blend on high until smooth and slushy, about 20–30 seconds depending on blender strength. Shaken: Secure the shaker and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy. If you muddled in a shaker, double-strain through a fine mesh to remove seeds and pulp if you prefer a smoother drink.
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Taste and adjust
Quickly taste a small amount. If the drink is too tart, add up to 0.25–0.5 oz more simple syrup and blend/shake briefly. If too sweet, add a splash (0.25 oz) more lime juice. If the strawberry intensity is low, add a few more pieces and re-blend/shake.
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Serve
Pour the blended or strained cocktail into the prepared glass. Garnish with a fresh strawberry on the rim and a lime wedge. Serve immediately.