Minty Cucumber Margarita Madness

This refreshing margarita is a traditional recipe with a delightful twist of mint and cucumber. It strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and sourness, with a delicately salted rim. It's muddled to perfection and sure to be a hit at any pool party or gathering.

Minty Cucumber Margarita Madness

A traditional margarita with a refreshing twist of mint and cucumber, perfect for pool parties!

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz. silver tequila
  • 1 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 oz. Cointreau
  • 3 slices of cucumber
  • 1 sprig of mint
  • 1 tsp. Kosher salt (for the rim)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your glass by running a sliced lime around the edge and dipping it into Kosher salt for a salted rim.
  2. In a shaker, muddle 2 oz. silver tequila with mint and cucumber.
  3. Strain the tequila into a spare glass, removing the muddled cucumber and mint.
  4. Return the tequila to the shaker with ice, and add 1 oz. lime juice and 1 oz. Cointreau. Shake vigorously.
  5. Pour the margarita with ice into the prepared glass and serve.