Tequila Lemon Drop
A Lemon Margarita is a fresh twist on a classic cocktail where you don't need any limes at all. This tequila lemon cocktail has a unique tangy and sweet flavor profile.
Ingredients
For the Lemon Simple Syrup:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup water
- Peel of 1 lemon
For the Lemon Drop Margaritas:
- 4 cups ice
- 6 ounces fresh lemon juice
- 6 ounces tequila
- 4 ounces Lemon Simple Syrup
- 1 ounce triple sec
- Salt and/or sugar for rim of glasses (optional)
Instructions
Make the Lemon Simple Syrup:
- In small saucepot, heat sugar, water and lemon peel over medium-high heat. Cook until all sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally (do not boil). Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Remove and discard lemon peel; transfer syrup to jar or bottle and refrigerate until completely cool. Makes about 8 ounces (enough for 8 margaritas).
Make the Lemon Drop Margaritas:
- Place ice, lemon juice, tequila, 4 ounces Lemon Simple Syrup and triple sec in blender; blend until well combined. Divide between 4 glasses garnished with salt and/or sugar, if desired.
Notes
- Home Chef Tip: Want to make just one margarita? Let me do the culinary math for you: 1 cup ice, 1-1/2 ounces fresh lemon juice, 1-1/2 ounces tequila, 1 ounce Lemon Simple Syrup, and 1/4 ounce triple sec.
Calories: 351kcal, Carbohydrates: 63g, Protein: 0.2g, Fat: 0.2g, Saturated Fat: 0.03g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g, Sodium: 32mg, Potassium: 65mg, Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 62g, Vitamin A: 3IU, Vitamin C: 16mg, Calcium: 15mg, Iron: 1mg
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