Cocktail & Other Recipes By Spirit Tequila & Mezcal Cocktails

Strawberry Basil Margarita

Written by
Trudy Thomas

Updated 03/05/13

A refreshing twist on the classic.

Ingredients

  • 3 Medium strawberries
  • 3 Basil leaves
  • 3/4 oz Lime juice
  • 3/4 oz Simple syrup
  • 1 1/2 oz Tequila
  • 1/2 oz Cointreau
  • 1/4 oz Maraschino liqueur
  • Garnish: 1 None Lime wheel
  • Garnish: Basil leaf

Steps

  1. In a shaker, muddle the strawberries, basil, lime juice and simple syrup.

  2. Add the remaining ingredients and fill with ice.

  3. Shake vigorously and strain into a Margarita glass filled with fresh ice.

  4. Garnish with a lime wheel and additional basil leaf.