You cannot celebrate Cinco de Mayo without an ice cold margarita. If you are looking for something a little more interesting from your traditional lime margarita, this cool and refreshing cucumber margarita is the way to go. The cool cucumber flavor is paired with bright orange and tart lime juice to balance the cocktail. For other margarita recipes, click here and browse our recipe archives.
Cucumber Margarita
Courtesy of Sauza Tequila
Ingredients:
1/2 parts Sauza® Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
1/2 part JDK & Sons™ O3 Premium Orange Liqueur
1/4 of 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced
1 1/2 parts fresh lime juice
1/2 parts simple syrup
Lime wedge for garnish
Directions:
Step 1: In a glass, muddle together sliced cucumber and Sauza® Blue Tequila. Let sit in the refrigerator for one hour. Strain the cucumber Tequila and combine with all ingredients in a glass. Stir and serve over ice. Garnish with reserved cucumber slices and a wedge of lime.
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