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Tamarind Margarita

A sophisticated twist on the classic margarita using fresh tamarind juice for a sweet-tart tropical flavor balanced with tequila and lime.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces premium silver tequila
  • 1 ounce fresh tamarind juice
  • 0.75 ounces fresh lime juice
  • 0.5 ounces agave nectar
  • 0.5 ounces triple sec or Cointreau
  • Ice cubes for shaking
  • Salt for rimming the glass optional
  • Lime wheel for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker with lid
  • Jigger for measuring
  • Cocktail strainer
  • Margarita glass or coupe glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Small plate or shallow dish for salt

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Run a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita or coupe glass, then dip the rim into salt on a shallow plate to create a salt rim.
  2. Step 2: Place a cocktail shaker within reach and add ice cubes until it is three-quarters full.
  3. Step 3: Measure and pour 2 ounces of premium silver tequila into the shaker over the ice.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 ounce of fresh tamarind juice to the shaker.
  5. Step 5: Measure and add 0.75 ounces of fresh lime juice and 0.5 ounces of agave nectar to the shaker, stirring gently with a bar spoon to mix.
  6. Step 6: Pour 0.5 ounces of triple sec or Cointreau into the shaker.
  7. Step 7: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10 to 12 seconds until the shaker is well-chilled.
  8. Step 8: Strain the mixture through a cocktail strainer into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
  9. Step 9: Garnish the drink with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass.
  10. Step 10: Serve immediately while chilled to ensure the best flavor and temperature.

Notes

Use fresh tamarind juice for the brightest flavor; adjust agave nectar to taste for sweetness.