How to Make a Frozen Margarita

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🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: orange juice

Agave syrup provides sweetness with fewer calories.

tequila

💰Cheaper: mezcal

Mezcal offers a similar flavor profile at a lower price.

Frost the glass by placing it in the freezer a couple of hours ahead of time.

Cover a small dish with a thin layer of salt.

Cut the lime in half. Set one half aside and cut a wedge from the other half.

Rub the lime wedge around the rim of the chilled margarita glass, leaving an even ring of moisture along the outer edge.

Turn the glass upside down onto the dish of salt and twist until a thin layer of salt adheres to the outer rim. Turn the glass right side up and set aside.

Add one and a half ounces of tequila to the blender, then add half an ounce of orange liqueur.

Pour in half an ounce of lime juice, drop in half an ounce of lemon juice, sweeten it up with a splash of simple syrup, and finally add one cup of ice.

For a thicker, creamier drink, freeze the lemon and lime juice ahead of time and blend in the flavored cubes.

Blend at medium speed for approximately 15 seconds, or until smooth.

Pour into your frosted glass.

Garnish with a lime slice and serve.

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