Pickle Margarita
Yield: 1 drink
My classic margarita recipe, with a savory-tart dill pickle twist. So much FUN!
Ingredients
- lime wedge and Tajin seasoning, optional for rimming the glass
- 2 ounces pickle juice see Notes
- 1½ ounces blanco tequila
- 1 ounce orange liqueur (such as Cointreau, Grand Marnier, or Triple Sec)
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ ounce simple syrup see Notes
- pickle spear and lime wheel/wedge, optional garnishes
Instructions
- Glass Rim (optional): Add a couple tablespoons of Tajin to a small plate. Run the cut edge of the lime wedge around the rim of a glass, then dip the rim into the salt. Set aside.
- Margarita: Add pickle juice, tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and (optional) simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Add ice to half-full. Cover and vigorously shake for 30 seconds to perfectly chill and dilute the drink.
- Add fresh ice to prepared glass and strain the margarita over the ice. Garnish as desired (I like a pickle spear + lime wheel/wedge) - and enjoy!
Notes
Pickles brand: I prefer to use Claussen Kosher Dill Spears for this cocktail. The pickles and juice have a fresh flavor that's light and bright - and the brine is nearly clear (just lightly green-ish), not tinted with food coloring. For a similar flavor profile, but with a stronger dill flavor, I recommend Grillo's Classic Dill Pickle Spears - and I add only 1½ ounces of pickle juice.
To make simple syrup: Simply boil equal parts water and sugar on the stovetop (I usually use 1 cup each), and stir until the sugar dissolves. Then keep it in a covered jar or bottle in the fridge - it'll last for at least a month!
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 Calories: 328kcal Carbohydrates: 31g Sodium: 2mg Sugar: 29g
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