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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Twist Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water (1 cup each) and heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Allow to cool and store in the refrigerator.
- 2
Prep the Ingredients
Gather all your ingredients. Wash the basil leaves and cucumber slices thoroughly.
Mixing the Margarita
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add the tequila, lime juice, Cointreau, simple syrup, fresh basil leaves, and cucumber slices.
- 4
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 5
Prepare the Glass
Moisten the rim of a chilled margarita glass with a lime wedge and dip it into salt to coat the rim.
- 6
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wedge and a basil sprig.