
Blood Orange, Basil & Jalapeño Margarita
Created By: @bee.the.love
Ingredients
- 2 oz. El Mayor® Reposado Tequila
- 1 oz. Orange Liqueur
- 1 oz. Jalapeño Basil Simple Syrup*
- 2 oz. Blood Orange Juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 oz. Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 Sprigs Basil, stems removed
- Basil, for garnish
- Blood Orange Slice, for garnish
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker except the garnishes.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled (about 20 seconds).
- Fill 2 cups with ice, then strain the mixture on top.
- Garnish with blood orange slices and basil (optional).
Cheers!
For the Jalapeño Simple Syrup
Ingredients:
1 c. Sugar
1 c. Water
2-3 Jalapeños, roughly chopped and stems removed
3 bunches Basil, clapped between the hands
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients to a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Once the sugar dissolves, stir and remove from heat.
- Steep for 30 minutes, then strain into a sterilized glass jar with a lid. Cool before using.