Autumn Margarita

Autumn Margarita

by: Christian Leue

A few simple twists carry a classic summer cocktail gracefully into fall. Honey, lemon, and saffron amplify the lush spiciness of aged tequila. The traditional orange liqueur and lime juice keep it refreshing as a cool autumn breeze.

Makes 1 cocktail

Photo :  Lior Lev Sercarz

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Ingredients

• 1.5 ounces añejo tequila

• 3/4 ounce orange liqueur (your preference)

• 3/4 ounce fresh squeezed lime juice

• 1/2 tsp Mishmish N.33 or honey, saffron & lemon blend

• Salt

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients except salt in a shaker filled with ice and shake well until chilled.

2. Fine strain into a coupe glass rimmed with coarse flaky salt.

Variations & Ideas:

• (Pictured) Rim the glass with Cancale N.11 instead of plain salt. The fennel and orange make the drink even more savory and fall friendly.

• Try it as a flip. Combine all ingredients (no salt) and dry shake, fine strain and 1 teaspoon of simple syrup, the white of one egg or three tablespoons of aquafaba and shake with ice until well chilled. Strain into a tulip glass and garnish with a dash of Smoked Cinnamon.

Food image and recipe © Christian Leue. 

Questions? Contact christian@laboiteny.com

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