Author Notes
There's nothing better than a margarita made with fresh lime juice and just a hint of syrup. This one adds a touch of cilantro, and enhances the flavor of the syrup with coriander and dried chiles. —Patrick Huguenin
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Ingredients
- Spicy Cilantro Margarita
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2 ounces
tequila blanco, such as Casa Noble
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1 ounce
orange liqueur, such as Bauchant
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3/4 ounce
infused simple syrup (see recipe below)
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1/2 ounce
freshly-squeezed lime juice (half a lime)
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2-3 sprigs
cilantro
- Infused Simple Syrup
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1/2 cup
white sugar
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1/2 cup
water
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1 teaspoon
coriander seed, crushed in mortar
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2
dried chile peppers
Directions
- Spicy Cilantro Margarita
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Rub cut lime on rim of glass and invert glass in a small plate of salt to coat rim.
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Shake cocktail ingredients vigorously over ice.
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Strain into a glass and serve.
- Infused Simple Syrup
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Combine water and sugar in a small sauce pan over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
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Add spices and steep for 1/2 hour, covered.
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Strain into a jar for later use. Makes about 3/4 cup.
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