Aperol Margarita
You'll love this refreshing Aperol cocktail made with tequila, orange juice, and lime juice. The perfect balance of sweet, zesty, and citrusy, it's a fun twist on a classic margarita!
Servings: 2
Calories: 192kcal
Ingredients
- 3 ounces tequila silver or blanco
- 2 ounces Aperol
- 2 ounces orange juice
- 3 ounces fresh squeezed lime juice
- kosher salt (for glass rim)
- orange and lime slices zest and for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the tequila, Aperol, orange juice, and lime juice over ice. Secure the lid and shake until thoroughly chilled, about 15 to 20 seconds.
- OPTIONAL: Spread the salt, lime zest, and orange zest on a small plate. Wipe the rim of two highball glasses with a wedge of lime. Dip into the salt to coat the rim.
- Strain margarita into both glasses and garnish with orange and limes.
Notes
- To maximize the juice you get from your oranges and limes roll them around on your counter, pressing down slightly. Then cut and squeeze the juice out.
- Want a sweeter margarita? Add ½ ounce of simple syrup.
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