Blood Orange Margarita

Blood Orange Margaritas are a delightful twist on the classic margarita, offering a beautiful ruby red color and a slightly tart and sweet citrus flavor. Here's a recipe to quench your thirst:

Ingredients (Single serving):

• 2 ounces tequila (blanco or reposado)
• 1 ounce fresh blood orange juice
• ¾ ounce fresh lime juice
• ½ ounce orange liqueur (Cointreau, Grand Marnier, or Triple Sec)
• Flaky sea salt or kosher salt, for rimming (optional)
• Blood orange slice, for garnish

Instructions:

1. If you want a salted rim, run a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita glass or coupe glass. Dip the rim in a plate of flaky sea salt or kosher salt to create a beautiful and flavorful border.
2. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the tequila, blood orange juice, lime juice, and orange liqueur.
3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, or until the outside of the shaker feels frosty cold. This ensures the drink is well-chilled and diluted.
4. Strain the margarita into your prepared glass (with or without salt rim).
5. Garnish your creation with a beautiful blood orange slice.

Tips:

• For the most vibrant flavor, use freshly squeezed blood orange and lime juices.
• Blood oranges can vary in sweetness. If yours are a bit tart, you can add a splash of agave nectar or simple syrup to balance the flavors.
• If you enjoy a little heat, muddle a jalapeno slice in the shaker with the other ingredients for a spicy rim. Just remember to remove the slice before shaking.
• Craving a frozen margarita? Blend all the ingredients with a cup of crushed ice for a frosty and refreshing poolside drink.
• Made a surplus of blood orange juice? You can use leftover juice for homemade salad dressings, marinades, or even a blood orange mimosa for a delightful brunch!

Enjoy this delicious and refreshing Blood Orange Margarita!