Mint Margarita

Glass filled with margarita and garnished with mint leaves.

5 from 1 vote

This mint margarita is the ultimate summer cocktail, a refreshing blend of zesty lime, tequila, and fresh mint leaves for the perfect balance of tangy, minty, and delightful flavors. This refreshing cocktail is a must-try for hot days and outdoor gatherings.

Prep Time5

Cook Time0

Total Time5

Course: cocktail

Cuisine: Mexican, Tex Mex

Servings:

Author: Serene

Equipment

measuring shot glass
cocktail shaker

Ingredients

4-5 mint leaves
1 ounce lime juice freshly squeezed, approx 1 lime
1½ ounces silver tequila
1½ ounces triple sec
½ ounce agave can sub with a simple syrup
⅛ teaspoon coarse sea salt
lime wedges

Garnish

mint leaves
limes sliced

Instructions

Add the mint leaves into a cocktail shaker and muddle gently (lightly mash) 4 to 5 times.
Add the lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and agave into the cocktail shaker.
Top with 4-5 cubes of ice. Shake the drink until chilled and mixed.
Prepare a glass by running a lime wedge along a portion of the rim and dipping into coarse margarita salt.
Add ice cubes, or crushed ice to the prepared glass.
Pour the drink into the glass, straining to hold back the muddled mint leaves.
Garnish with extra mint leaves and lime slices.

Notes

Make Ahead: If preparing a pitcher of drinks ahead of time for a party, leave out the ice from the pitcher, this way the drink doesn't become watered down as it sits. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator until ready to serve, then pour into cups with ice.

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