Midnight Margarita Cocktail Recipe
Cordelia Cross
Mar 26, 2024 01:54
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Ingredients:
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz blackberry or black currant syrup
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- Black lava salt, for rimming the glass
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedge, for garnish
Instructions:
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Rim the glass: Begin by rimming a chilled margarita glass with black lava salt. To do this, rub the rim of the glass with a lime wedge to moisten it, then dip the rim into a shallow plate containing black lava salt until the rim is evenly coated. Set aside.
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Prepare the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes, combine the silver tequila, blackberry or black currant syrup, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
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Shake: Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake the ingredients vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill the mixture and blend the flavors.
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Strain and pour: Strain the cocktail mixture into the prepared margarita glass filled with ice cubes.
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Garnish: Garnish the Midnight Margarita with a lime wedge placed on the rim of the glass.
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Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy the spooky twist on the classic margarita!
This Midnight Margarita is a hauntingly delicious cocktail with the deep flavors of blackberry or black currant syrup, balanced perfectly with the brightness of lime juice and the kick of silver tequila. The black lava salt rim adds an eerie touch, making it the perfect drink for Halloween or any themed party. Cheers!
