Sunny Orange Margarita
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Sunny Orange Margarita
Description
The Sunny Orange Margarita combines tequila and triple sec (or Grand Marnier for a richer orange flavor) with freshly squeezed orange and lime juices. This combination creates a cocktail that is both citrusy and slightly sweet, balanced by the sharpness of the lime. The traditional step of salting the rim adds a contrasting savory note that enhances the overall flavor.
Shaking the ingredients together ensures a well-mixed, chilled drink served over ice. Garnishing with lime or orange slices adds visual appeal and complementing aroma. This margarita variation highlights the bright sweetness of fresh orange juice alongside classic components.
It's suitable for casual gatherings or as a refreshing option alongside Mexican or Latin-inspired meals. Adjusting sweetener according to taste allows customizing the cocktail to individual preferences.
Ingredients
- salt for the rim if desired
- 2 ½ ounces tequila
- 1 ½ ounces triple sec (or Grand Marnier)
- 3 ounce orange juice fresh
- 1 ounce lime juice fresh
- sweetener if desired
- lime for garnish (optional, slices
- orange for garnish (optional, slices
Instructions
- If salting the rim of your glasses, run a wedge of lime around each glass and dip in salt.
- Combine tequila, triple sec, orange juice and lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Shake well and pour over ice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cocktails
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 170 | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 85mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 85IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 25.5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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