Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ oz. white tequila
- 2 oz. triple sec (I used Cointreau)
- 1 oz. lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 10–14 leaves of fresh basil (plus more as garnish)
- 1 cup ice
- sliced lemon (for garnish)
- Kosher salt (for the rim of the glass (optional))
Instructions
- Place tequila, triple sec, lemon juice, basil, and ice in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- If you prefer, rub the rim of two margarita glasses with lemon and dip in salt.
- Carefully pour the drink in glasses and garnish each drink with a slice of lemon and fresh basil leaves.
Notes
This margarita is between a frozen and regular margarita. If you prefer it to be frozen simply add more ice.
- Category: Cocktail, Drink