Peach-Basil Margarita

From Denise Mickelsen

So you’ve bought a bottle of peach liqueur to make the Peach-Almond Icebox Cake…what else can you do with it? Try this refreshing cocktail, which brings a sweet, herbal twist to the classic Margarita.

Ingredients

  • 3 large fresh basil leaves; plus small sprigs for garnish, if you like
  • 1 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 fl. oz. (2 Tbs.) peach liqueur
  • 1-1/2 fl. oz. (3 Tbs.) silver tequila
  • 1 slice ripe peach

Nutritional Information

  • Calories (kcal) : 210
  • Fat Calories (kcal): 0
  • Fat (g): 0
  • Saturated Fat (g): 0
  • Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 0
  • Monounsaturated Fat (g): 0
  • Cholesterol (mg): 0
  • Sodium (mg): 0
  • Carbohydrates (g): 16
  • Fiber (g): 0
  • Protein (g): 0

Preparation

  • Put the large basil leaves, lemon juice, and peach liqueur into a cocktail shaker or mixing glass; crush with a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon for about 10 seconds to release the flavor from the basil. Add the tequila and enough ice cubes to fill the shaker 3/4 full, then stir for about 20 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice, and garnish with the peach slice and basil, if using.

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