A Killer Summer Margarita
Summer’s drawing to a close, so get in those last summer drinks while you can. Now, I know it may sound strange to some people, but if there’s one thing I love in my summer cocktails, it’s cucumber, and cucumber is the star of this drink.
Starting with an excellent recipe from Rick Bayless, I’ve fiddled a bit to reduce the sweetness of the drink and highlight the cucumber. Here’s how you make one (actually, this recipe makes two servings, so get help drinking it or prepare for drunk):
- 1/2 of a mini (a.k.a., “kirby”) cucumber, peeled and diced
- 3oz silver/blanco tequila (100% agave only, please)
- 1.5oz simple syrup
- juice of 1.5 limes
In a shaker, muddle the cucumber, then add the tequila, simple syrup, and lime juice. Throw in some ice, shake for approx. 20 seconds, and fine strain into two chilled martini glasses. Garish with a small slice of the cucumber, and you’re all set.
If this drink doesn’t brighten up the end of your summer, then it’s possible nothing will.
