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Preserved Lemon Margarita

This quick cocktail recipe is the perfect balance of refreshing, bright and a little bit interesting. If you have preserved lemon brine leftover, this is exactly how to use it!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Equipment

  • 1 cocktail shaker

Ingredients

  • 4 mint leaves, plus two sprigs for garnish
  • 3 slices jalapeño, plus more for garnish
  • 1 ounce preserved lemon brine
  • 1 ounce lemon juice
  • 1 ounce orange liqueur
  • 1/2 ounce agave nectar
  • 3 ounces tequila of choice

Instructions 

  1. In the bottom of the cocktail shaker, muddle the mint and jalapeño.
  2. Add in the brine, lemon juice, liqueur, agave and tequila.
  3. Add ice and shake for 30 seconds.
  4. Strain into two glasses. Garnish with mint and a slice of jalapeño before serving!