Mexican Martini
A zesty, Tex-Mex-inspired cocktail blending tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and a splash of olive brine. Served in a salt-rimmed glass, it’s a tangy, savory twist on a classic martini.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 14gSodium: 200mgSugar: 10g
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila affordable but smooth tequila works best
- 1 oz Cointreau or any good-quality orange liqueur
- 1 oz fresh lime juice about 1 lime
- ½ oz simple syrup or sugarcane syrup for a richer flavor
- ½ oz olive brine adjust to taste
- 1 oz fresh orange juice optional, for a slightly sweeter twist
- Ice
- Salt for rimming the glass
- Lime wedge & green olives for garnish
Instructions
- Rim a chilled martini glass with salt by rubbing a lime wedge around the edge and dipping it in salt.
- In a shaker filled with ice, add tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, simple syrup, olive brine, and orange juice (if using).
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
- Skewer a few green olives onto a cocktail pick and place them in the glass. Add a lime wedge on the rim for an extra touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a less salty version, reduce the olive brine or skip the salted rim.
- If you prefer a smoother sweetness, use sugarcane syrup instead of simple syrup.
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