Blood Orange Margarita

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup fresh blood orange juice (from 4-6 blood oranges)
• 1 cup silver tequila
• 1/2 cup Cointreau
• 1/4 cup lime juice (from 2-3 limes)
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• Ice
• Lime wedges and blood orange slices (for garnish)

Preparation Time:

5 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the blood orange juice, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and simple syrup.
2. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until chilled.
3. Strain into ice-filled margarita glasses or salt-rimmed glasses.
4. Garnish with lime wedges and blood orange slices.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 margarita):

• Calories: 180
• Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 0g
• Sugar: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and citrusy
• Balanced sweetness and tartness
• Bright red color with an elegant presentation

User Comments:

• "The perfect summer drink! It's tangy, sweet, and so refreshing."
• "This is my new go-to margarita recipe. I love the unique blood orange flavor."
• "This cocktail is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
• "The presentation is stunning and makes it perfect for special occasions."
• "The salt rim adds a nice touch and helps balance the sweetness."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh blood oranges for the best flavor.
• You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup.
• If you don't have a cocktail shaker, you can stir the ingredients in a glass.
• For a non-alcoholic version, omit the tequila.