Sip into the celestial jungle with this refreshing Leo-approved smoky, tangy, slightly salty margarita
serves 1
It’s Leo season! And as it always is, it’s been a season of drama, passion, and a whole lot of flair. If you’re lucky enough to have a Leo friend (or, if you’re really lucky, Leo in-laws like me), you know exactly what I’m talking about. To help you refresh and stay cool during this fiery season, we’ve created the ultimate Leo-approved cocktail: the Smoky Tomato Basil Leorita. This refreshing margarita is the perfect antidote to all the heated moments of the season. It’s tangy, smoky, and salty – a delicious combination that will cool you down and celebrate the end of summer.
Ready to unleash your inner king or queen of the celestial jungle? See how we made the recipe here!
And of course, if you do make this margarita, don’t forget to tag us on Instagram! Looking through the photos and videos of recipes you all have made is our favorite.
Smoky Tomato Basil Leo-rita
Equipment
- 1 Cocktail shaker
Ingredients
- 1 beefsteak tomato juiced
- 1 oz maple syrup
- 2 oz lime juice
- 1 handful basil leaves
- 2 oz mezcal
- pinch sea salt
- 3 mini orange tomatoes for garnish
Instructions
- Rim your glass with tajin and place in freezer to chill.
- Juice tomato by grating it into a bowl and then straining 4oz of tomato juice into the shaker with a mesh sieve and back of a spoon.
- Clap basil leaves to release oils and add with maple syrup to the cocktail shaker. Using a muddler or back of a bar spoon, press down and stir well. Mix in lime juice, mezcal and small pinch of sea salt. Add ice and shake for at least 30 seconds.
- Add a large sphere of ice to your chilled glass. Strain in drink and garnish with mini tomatoes.
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