Golden Turmeric Sunshine Margarita

This Golden Turmeric Sunshine Margarita is a vibrant and refreshing twist on the classic margarita. Made with tequila, fresh lime juice, mandarin orange juice, agave, and a hint of ground turmeric, this cocktail offers a delightful combination of zesty and earthy flavors. The rim of the glass is coated with a mixture of salt, chili powder, and turmeric, adding a savory and spicy kick to each sip. Garnished with a lime round, citrus leaf, and orange slice, this margarita is as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Golden Turmeric Sunshine Margarita

A vibrant and refreshing margarita with tequila, fresh citrus juices, agave, and a hint of ground turmeric, served with a savory and spicy rim.

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Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz tequila
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz fresh mandarin orange juice
  • 3/4 oz agave
  • 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
  • Rim: salt, chili powder, ground turmeric
  • Garnish: lime round, citrus leaf, orange slice

Instructions

  1. Combine salt, chili powder, and turmeric on a plate. Coat the rim of a cocktail glass with lime juice and dip it in the salt mixture to coat the rim.
  2. In a shaker, add tequila, fresh lime juice, fresh mandarin orange juice, agave, and ground turmeric with ice.
  3. Shake the mixture until chilled.
  4. Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice.
  5. Strain the margarita mixture into the glass.
  6. Optionally, garnish with a lime round, a citrus leaf, and an orange slice.