Ingredients
– 2 ounces silver or blanco tequila
– 2 ounces fresh blood orange juice (from about 1 large blood orange)
– 1 ounce fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
– 1 teaspoon light agave nectar or simple syrup, to taste
– A tiny drop of pure vanilla extract (optional)
– 2 teaspoons kosher sea salt and/or Himalayan salt, for the rim (optional)
– 1 teaspoon brown sugar, for the rim (optional)
– Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
1-Mix salt and brown sugar on a small plate. Run a lime wedge around the glass rim, dip the glass into the salt mix at a 45-degree angle, rolling to coat. Add ice to the glass and set aside.
2-Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, blood orange juice, lime juice, agave nectar, and a drop of vanilla extract if using.
3-Shake for 30 seconds. Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a blood orange slice if desired.
Last Step:
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🍸 Use 100 percent agave silver tequila for the best authentic taste.
🌶️ Add muddled jalapeños or infuse tequila with jalapeños for a spicy kick.
🍊 Substitute blood orange juice with fresh Cara Cara or other seasonal orange varieties if unavailable.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Cocktail
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink