A vibrant mix of cranberry, pickle brine, tequila, and a spicy rim offers a bold, refreshing twist.
# Components:
→ Cocktail
01 - 3 fl oz blanco tequila
02 - 2 fl oz unsweetened or lightly sweetened cranberry juice
03 - 1 fl oz fresh lime juice
04 - 1 fl oz dill pickle brine
05 - 0.5 fl oz agave syrup or simple syrup
06 - Ice cubes
→ Spicy Rim
07 - 1 tbsp coarse salt
08 - 1 tsp chili powder
09 - 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
10 - Zest of 0.5 lime
11 - Lime wedge for rimming glass
→ Garnish
12 - 2 lime wheels
13 - 2 small dill pickle spears
14 - Fresh cranberries (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Combine coarse salt, chili powder, smoked paprika, and lime zest in a shallow dish.
02 - Rub a lime wedge around the rims of two rocks glasses, then dip rims into the spice mixture to coat evenly.
03 - Fill a cocktail shaker with ice; add tequila, cranberry juice, lime juice, pickle brine, and agave syrup.
04 - Vigorously shake the ingredients for 15 seconds until well chilled.
05 - Fill prepared glasses with fresh ice and strain the margarita evenly into each glass.
06 - Decorate each drink with a lime wheel, a pickle spear, and optional fresh cranberries.
