Long Margarita
When done well, Mexico’s most famous cocktail balances the four primary categories of taste. This longer twist on the classic drink includes Cointreau and Fever-Tree soda. A crisp lime wedge serves up a sour tang. Finally, good-quality tequila brings bitterness to complete the experience.
Ingredients
- 2 generous tablespoons good-quality tequila
- 1 tablespoon Cointreau (or substitute Grand Marnier)
- Fever-Tree Lime Yuzu Soda (or substitute your favorite lime soda), to top up
- Lime wedge, to garnish
Instructions
- Pour the tequila into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Add the Cointreau. Top up with the soda. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Notes
Margarita with a Twist Variation
For a spicy take on the above recipe, combine 2 teaspoons sea salt and 1 teaspoon chile flakes on a small plate. Rub the rim of a highball glass with a lime wedge and coat the rim of the glass in the spicy salt. Pour the tequila, Cointreau, and 2 teaspoons each agave syrup and lime juice into an empty cocktail shaker. Add plenty of ice cubes and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Pour the contents of the shaker into your prepared glass. Top up with the soda. Garnish with a lime wedge.Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 13mg | Sugar: 17g