Description
A stunningly simple yet visually unforgettable cocktail featuring the deep, berry-like sweetness of blood orange, smooth reposado tequila, and a dramatic black salt rim. Perfect for a festive dinner party or a quiet night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 medium blood oranges (about 2 oz / 60 ml juice)
- 2 oz (60 ml) reposado tequila
- 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
- 1 oz (30 ml) triple sec or Cointreau
- ½ oz (15 ml) agave syrup (optional, to taste)
- Black lava salt (for rim)
- Ice (preferably large cubes or a single sphere)
Instructions
- Prep your glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass. Pour a thin, even layer of black lava salt onto a small plate. Gently twist the rim of the glass in the salt to coat evenly. Set aside.
- Juice the citrus: Roll blood oranges and lime firmly on the countertop. Cut in half and juice. Strain 2 oz (60 ml) blood orange juice and 1 oz (30 ml) lime juice through a fine-mesh strainer into a cocktail shaker.
- Combine liquids: Add 2 oz (60 ml) reposado tequila and 1 oz (30 ml) triple sec or Cointreau to the shaker. If desired, add ½ oz (15 ml) agave syrup.
- Shake: Fill the shaker two-thirds full with ice. Secure lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the shaker is frosty.
- Strain and serve: Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice. Strain the margarita into the glass.
- Garnish: Add a thin slice of blood orange to the rim. Optionally, add a small sprig of fresh rosemary or an edible flower.
- Taste and adjust: Take a small sip. Adjust with more lime juice if too sweet, or more agave if too tart.
Notes
Use large ice cubes or a single sphere to minimize dilution. Only salt the outside of the rim to avoid a salty drink. For a party, combine all liquid ingredients (except ice) in a pitcher and refrigerate up to 24 hours; shake individual portions with ice when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 220250
- Sugar: 1822
- Carbohydrates: 2025
Keywords: blood orange margarita, black salt rim, cocktail, tequila, reposado, citrus, happy hour, party drink