Top Shelf Margarita Grande (Emeril Lagasse) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 5 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
finely grated lime zest |
coarse kosher salt |
lime slice or wedge |
2 ounces top-shelf tequila (recommended: cuervo gold or anejo tequila) |
1 -ounce orange-flavored liqueur (recommended: grand marnier or cointreau) |
1 1/2 ounces lime juice, or more, to taste |
1 1/2 cups ice cubes |
Directions:
1. In a small shallow bowl or rimmed saucer combine the lime zest and salt and mix well. Run the lime slice around the rim of a stemmed, wide mouthed glass to moisten it, then turn the glass upside down and press the rim in the salt mixture. Set glass aside.
2. In a cocktail shaker combine all remaining ingredients and shake well to chill. Strain into the prepared glass and serve immediately.
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