Cucumber Basil Margarita Recipe
tequila blanco, cucumber, basil, lime
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Rim the edge of a rocks glass with lime juice and dip it into salt to coat the rim. Set aside.
- 2
- 3
Muddle Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add the cucumber slices and fresh basil leaves. Muddle them gently with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their flavors.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the tequila blanco, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker with the muddled cucumber and basil.
- 5
Shake the Cocktail
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 6
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with an additional basil leaf or cucumber slice if desired.
