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Thai-Inspired Basil Margarita with Spicy Thai Bitters
Spicy with hints of lemongrass, basil, mint, galangal, and makrut lime, this Thai-inspired margarita is sure to hit the spot!
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 4 min
- Yield
- 1 serving
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 ounces Don Julio tequila
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce agave syrup
- 1 sprig Thai basil (6-8 leaves)
- 1/2 dropper Thai bitters
- 2 Tablespoons coarse kosher salt
- 10-12 ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Run a wedge of lime around the edge of your glass, then press the glass into a shallow dish containing coarse salt to coat the rim in salt.
- 2
Add the Thai basil leaves to the bottom of the glass and muddle until they are well broken down.
- 3
Combine the tequila, lime juice, agave syrup, and Thai bitters in a cocktail mixer filled with ice and shake until combined. Pour into the glass and garnish with a slice of lime and sprig of Thai basil. Enjoy!