Mango Basil Margarita
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Mango Basil Margarita
Photographed in an Urban Bar Fluet Old Fashioned 34cl
| 10 fresh | Basil leaves |
| 1 1⁄2 oz | Patrón Reposado tequila |
| 3⁄4 oz | Chinola Mango Liqueur |
| 3⁄4 oz | Lime juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1⁄3 oz | Agave syrup |
Prepare:
- Select and pre-chill an OLD-FASHIONED GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of mango wedge.
How to make:
- MUDDLE basil sprigs (no need to pluck leaves from stem) in base of shaker.
- Add other ingredients and SHAKE with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into ice-filled glass.
Garnish:
- Garnish with mango wedge.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
Mango and basil nestle with, rather than dominating, tequila in this fruity Margarita.
History:
Recipe by yours truly in March 2025.
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