Name: Key Lime Margaritas
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Makes 4 drinks
Ingredients: 1 Key lime (optional), quartered; Kosher salt (optional) for rims of glasses; 3/4 cup Cointreau or other orange-flavored liqueur; 1/2 cup reposado tequila; 1/2 cup fresh Key lime juice; 2 teaspoons superfine granulated sugar (optional)

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Recipe information

Total Time
15 min
Yield
Makes 4 drinks

Ingredients

1 Key lime (optional), quartered

Kosher salt (optional) for rims of glasses

3/4 cup Cointreau or other orange-flavored liqueur

1/2 cup reposado tequila

1/2 cup fresh Key lime juice

2 teaspoons superfine granulated sugar (optional)

Preparation

Step 1
Run a lime wedge (if using) around rim of each of 4 (6-to 8-ounces) glasses. Put salt (if using) on a small plate and dip glasses in salt to lightly coat rims.
Step 2
Blend liqueur, tequila, juice, and sugar (if using) in a blender until combined. Serve over ice (in coated glasses).

TagsMargarita Cocktail Alcohol Beverages Cointreau Triple Sec Liqueur Tequila Key Lime Lime Citrus Fruit Dairy Free Gluten Free Nonalcoholic Easy Blender Gourmet

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