Blueberry Lemonade Margarita
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Cook Time
5 minutes
As any savvy summertime drink enthusiast knows, summer is all about staying cool and refreshing. And when it comes to summer cocktail recipes, you simply can't beat the classic margarita. With its icy-cold blend of lime juice and Blueberry Lemonade Margarita, this cocktail is the perfect way to cool off after a long day in the sun.
But if you're looking for something a little sweeter and more energizing, try mixing it up with my favorite variation on the classic margarita—Blueberry Lemonade.
This stunning twist takes all of the great flavors of the standard margarita and infuses them with sweet, tart Blueberry Lemonade for an unbeatable summer cocktail experience. Plus, its gorgeous color will surely brighten up even the most blustery days!
Author:Advanced Mixology
Ingredients
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1/4 cup Granulated sugar
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1/4 cup Water
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1/2 cup Blueberries
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Zest of 1/2 Lime
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2 tbsp. Granulated sugar
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2 tbsp. Kosher salt
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1 Lemon, cut into wedges
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8 oz. Tequila
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4 oz. Triple sec
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1 cup Lemonade
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Ice
Directions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water and stir until sugar has dissolved.
Add blueberries and lime zest and bring the mixture to a boil. Using a ladle, mix continuously.
Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes until mixture until blueberries burst.
Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes, then strain the mixture into a clean jar. Let cool completely.
On a small plate, stir together sugar and salt.
Rim each glass with a lemon wedge, then dip in the sugar-salt mixture.
Divide tequila, triple sec, and lemonade among four glasses.
Fill each glass with ice, then top with the blueberry syrup.
Garnish with a lemon wedge to serve.
