His and Her Margaritas

Name: His and Her Margaritas
Yield: makes 2 potents drinks
Ingredients: 1/4 cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup pink sanding sugar (see note); 2 ounces best-quality silver tequila (I like Patrón); 1 ounce Grand Marnier; 2 ounces fresh lime juice; 1/2 ounce grenadine; Lime wedges, for garnish; 1/4 cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup blue sanding sugar (see note); 2 ounces best-quality silver tequila (I like Patrón); 1 ounce blue Curaçao; 1 ounce Grand Marnier; 2 ounces fresh lime juice

December 9, 2011

Gina: I love a little bit of whimsy, and what better time for that than when you are kicking back with your man enjoying a cocktail? I didn’t think Pat would be too keen on sipping a pink drink, so I made his bright blue. Both variations are potent and delish, so just pick the flavor (or color) that suits your mood (or matches your shoes or your handbag . . .).

Cooks' Note

Sanding sugar has a slightly larger grain than granulated sugar, and it’s got a great sparkle to it. It’s available in assorted colors at baking supply stores, or online at, among other sites, www.kingarthurflour.com.

Recipe notes

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