Bitter Orange Rosemary Margarita

A sophisticated twist on the margarita featuring herbal rosemary, bright bitter orange, and a salt-rimmed finish.

Cuisine: Cocktails

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 1.

Ingredients

• 2 oz tequila
• 1/2 oz triple sec
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2 oz bitter orange liqueur
• 1/4 oz rosemary syrup
• 1 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rim a chilled coupe glass with 1 tsp salt by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim and dipping in salt.
2. Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz tequila, 1/2 oz triple sec, 1/2 oz fresh lime juice, 1/2 oz bitter orange liqueur, and 1/4 oz rosemary syrup. Add ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well-chilled.
3. Step 3: Strain into the salt-rimmed glass over fresh ice.
4. Step 4: Garnish with a thin rosemary sprig, lightly muddling it against the rim to release its herbal oils before placing it on the drink.