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Blood Orange Basil Margarita

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Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: basil cocktails, bbq cocktails, blood orange cocktails, margarita recipes, picnic cocktails, summer cocktails, tequila cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Jenna Haley

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 can blood orange seltzer we used San Pellegrino
  • 1 oz blood orange juice
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • 2 oz blanco tequila
  • 0.5 oz agave syrup optional
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt
  • Garnish: fresh basil and blood orange slice

Instructions

  • Open a can of blood orange seltzer and pour out about half to make room.
  • Add a handful of ice directly to the can.
  • Pour in the blood orange juice, lime juice, tequila, agave (if using), and sea salt.
  • Stir gently with a straw or long spoon to mix.
  • Garnish the can with a sprig of basil and a blood orange slice.
  • Serve immediately, straight from the can or pour into a glass over ice.

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Notes

Pro Tips

  • Chill your seltzer and juices beforehand to keep the drink extra cold.
  • Adjust sweetness by skipping or increasing the agave based on your taste.
  • For a cleaner presentation, serve in a rocks glass over fresh ice.
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