Cucumber Margarita
A refreshing summertime margarita! This cucumber margarita recipe features cucumber agua fresca (agua fresca de pepino) and fresh lime juice. Make a serving for one or a large pitcher for a party!
Servings: 1 (multiply as needed)
Ingredients
Rim:
- honey, to coat glass rim
- coarse sea salt
Cocktail:
- 2 oz tequila of choice
- ½ oz Cointreau, or other orange liqueur such as Grand Marnier
- 2 oz cucumber agua fresca
- ½ oz lime juice
- ¼ oz simple syrup (optional, recipe follows)
Garnishes:
- mint leaves
- cucumber slices
- lime wedges or wheels
Instructions
- Moisten the rim of serving glass with honey. Invert glass onto a plate filled with coarse sea salt. Twist glass to ensure it is thoroughly coated.
- Turn glass right side-up. Pour in tequila, orange liqueur, cucumber agua fresca, lime juice, and optional simple syrup. Stir to combine. Add ice.
- Garnish with fresh mint, cucumber slices, and lime wedge. If desired, sprinkle a little lime zest on top of drink.
Notes
To make simple syrup: Bring to a boil equal parts water and granulated sugar. Reduce heat and simmer until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Keep in a covered container in the fridge until ready to use.
Ingredient Notes:
- Blanco (white or silver) tequila will give you the bright, green cocktail color.
- Gold, resposado (rested) , and anejo (aged) tequila are darker in color. This will alter the final color of the cocktail.
- Simple syrup is optional. Cocktail will be less sweet if simple syrup is omitted.
- Agave syrup can be used in place of simple syrup.
Nutrition
Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.3mg