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bourbon margarita

Bourbon Margarita

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Prep Time: 4 minutes
5 from 1 vote
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bourbon cocktails, classic whiskey cocktails, fall cocktails, lime cocktails, margarita recipes, orange liqueur cocktails
Servings: 1 Drink
Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces of bourbon
  • 1 ounce of fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce of orange liqueur
  • 1/2 ounce of simple syrup
  • Lime wheel for garnish
  • Salt for the rim optional

Instructions

  • First, if you like, salt the rim of your glass by rubbing a lime wedge around the edge and dipping it in salt.
  • Put ice into your cocktail shaker.
  • Add the bourbon, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  • Shake it well until everything is super cold.
  • Strain the drink into your prepared glass.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel to make it look fancy.

Notes

Pro Tips

  • Use a high-quality bourbon with a balanced flavor too smoky can overpower the citrus.
  • Fresh lime juice is essential for the best taste.
  • Adjust simple syrup to your sweetness preference.
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