Rusty Margarita

Difford's Guide
Discerning Drinkers (44 ratings)
Ingredients:
1 1/2 fl oz Patrón Reposado tequila
3/4 fl oz Honey herbal liqueur (e.g. Drambuie)
3/4 fl oz Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
1/3 fl oz Chilled water (omit if using wet ice)
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How to make:

  1. Select and pre-chill an Old-fashioned glass.
  2. Prepare garnish of lime wedge.
  3. SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
  4. STRAIN into ice-filled glass.
  5. Garnish with lime wedge.

Strength & taste guide:


Review:

The rich honeyed notes from Drambuie combine harmoniously with tequila and add an extra dimension to this tasty Margarita. This cocktail is perhaps at its best once the ice has melted to add a little extra dilution.

History:

Created in December 2010 by yours truly at the Cabinet Room, London.
More Margarita variations and the history of the Margarita

Nutrition:

171 calories

Alcohol content:

  • 1.4 standard drinks
  • 19.85% alc./vol. (39.7° proof)
  • 19.9 grams of pure alcohol
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