DR. PEPPER MARGARITA
Ingredients:
– 2 oz tequila
– 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed for the best flavor)
– 1 oz orange liqueur (like Cointreau or Triple Sec)
– 2 oz Dr. Pepper soda
– Ice cubes
– Lime wedge and maraschino cherry for garnish
– Salt (optional, for rimming the glass)
Directions:
1. **Prepare the Glass**: If you enjoy the classic salted rim, take a lime wedge and run it along the edge of your margarita glass. Then, dip the rim into a small plate of salt to coat it evenly. Set the glass aside.
2. **Mix the Ingredients**: In a cocktail shaker, fill it halfway with ice cubes. Pour in the tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, and orange liqueur. The fresh ingredients give the cocktail a more vibrant flavor, so don’t skimp on this.
3. **Shake It Up**: Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake it vigorously for about 15-20 seconds. You want the mixture to be well-chilled and combined.
4. **Add Dr. Pepper**: Open the can of Dr. Pepper and pour it gently into the shaker with your other ingredients. To avoid too much fizz, try to pour it slowly. Alternatively, you can pour the shaken mixture into your prepared glass first and then top it off with Dr. Pepper.
5. **Strain and Serve**: If you prefer your margarita without any ice, use a strainer to pour the mixture into your prepared glass. If you like a chilled drink with ice, simply pour it directly and add some more ice cubes if needed.
6. **Garnish**: Finally, garnish your Dr. Pepper Margarita with a lime wedge on the rim and a maraschino cherry for a pop of color and extra sweetness.
7. **Enjoy**: Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful twist on the classic margarita!
Additional Information:
– Preparation Time: 5 minutes
– Total Time: 5 minutes
– Serving Size: 1 cocktail
Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving):
– Calories: 210
– Carbohydrates: 25g
– Sugars: 20g
– Fat: 0g
– Protein: 0g
Notes:
– Feel free to adjust the amount of lime juice and orange liqueur to suit your taste preferences. If you like a sweeter drink, you could add a little more Dr. Pepper or even a splash of simple syrup.
– This recipe works beautifully as a party drink. To make a large batch, simply multiply the ingredients by the number of servings you need, keeping the proportions the same. Just remember to add the Dr. Pepper last to maintain its fizz!
– For a non-alcoholic version, skip the tequila and orange liqueur and mix Dr. Pepper with lime juice over ice for a refreshing mocktail.
Enjoy crafting your Dr. Pepper Margarita, and cheers to a fun drink that brings a sweet twist to your cocktail repertoire!
