This new take on the classic uses a lavender simple syrup and salted rim with ground pistachios, a perfect cocktail to enjoy while relaxing on a warm day.
I’m officially enjoying summer break and my, oh my am I ready to celebrate. I’d like to celebrate the semester’s end by sharing one of my favorite margaritas. 
In my mind, margaritas are synonymous with slow, sunny days where there isn’t much to do except spend time with people you love surrounded by great food and drinks. This lavender margarita is a go-to recipe for me in the summer. If you’re looking for a simple twist on the classic margarita, this recipe doesn’t stray too far; it just uses a lavender simple syrup and salted rim dusted with ground pistachios. I generally opt for a bit of lemon in the margarita because it does so well with lavender–that’s where the pistachio rim comes in, too–but using only lime is just as delicious. I hope you enjoy!
Looking for more spring sips? How about a cool rhubarb sorbet cocktail or a blackberry and lovage drink.
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- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
Ingredients
- ground pistachios + salt for the glass
- 2 ounces tequila (100% agave)
- 1 ounce Cointreau
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce lemon juice
- 1 ounce lavender simple syrup (See recipe below)
Lavender Simple Syrup
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/4 cup dried lavender buds
Instructions
Cocktail
- Find your favorite rocks glass or any kind of small tumbler.
- Pulse a handful of roasted pistachios in a food processor until finely ground. Make sure to pulse, not grind, so that it doesn’t turn into butter. Mix in equal parts salt and transfer to a small bowl that is wider than the glass you’re using.
- Wet the rim of your glass with water (or citrus juice) then salt the rim by dipping it into the small bowl of ground pistachios and salt. Fill the glass with ice and set aside.
- Place tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, lemon juice, and lavender simple syrup in cocktail shaker. Add ice until the shaker is half full. Shake for 30 seconds. Strain into prepared glass and enjoy.
Simple Syrup
- Bring water, sugar and lavender buds to a boil over medium-high heat. Once the boil begins to roll, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for an additional 10 minutes. Strain out the lavender buds and store in an airtight container, refrigerated for up to one week.
- Category: Cocktail
