By Laura Cracknell, Founder of Saltist
A Lemon and Basil Margarita is a refreshing and herbaceous twist on the classic margarita. This cocktail incorporates fresh basil and lemon to create a unique flavor profile that blends the traditional tangy and citrusy notes of a margarita with the aromatic, herbal qualities of basil. The Lemon and Basil Margarita combines the traditional flavors of a margarita with a refreshing herbal twist, making it a great choice for a unique cocktail experience.
Ready in: 2 minutes. Serves: 1.
Ingredients
- 45ml tequila
- 30ml triple sec
- 30ml fresh lemon juice
- 15ml simple syrup
- 3 basil leaves
- 1 lemon rind
- Granulated sugar, for the rim
- Ice
Method
- Rim your Saltist glass in sugar.
- Combine all liquids and shake with ice.
- Garnish with lemon rind and a basil leaf.
- Serve and sip in Saltist.
Serve it in our Himalayan salt margarita glasses: the sugar rim meets the natural pink salt of the glass for a sweet-salty sip.
Recipe via @vinepair, from the Sipping with Saltist recipe e-book.
