Description
Enjoy a refreshing Peach Basil Margarita that combines ripe peaches, aromatic basil, and zesty lime for a unique twist on the classic cocktail. Perfect for summer gatherings, this delightful drink is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 2 oz fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 4 oz tequila (preferably silver)
- 2 oz orange liqueur (like Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Extra basil leaves and peach slices for garnish
- Salt or sugar for rimming glasses (optional)
Instructions
- Select and Prepare the Peaches: Choose ripe peaches that are slightly soft. Slice them in half, remove the pit, and cut into wedges. Peeling is optional.
- Wash the Basil: Rinse fresh basil leaves under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Juice the Limes: Roll the limes on the countertop, cut in half, and extract about 2 ounces of juice using a juicer or your hands.
- Prepare Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water (e.g., 1 cup each). Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves. Let cool and store any leftovers in the fridge.
- Combine Ingredients in a Blender: Add sliced peaches, basil leaves, lime juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and simple syrup to a blender. Adjust sweetness with more simple syrup if desired.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed until completely smooth. For a chunkier texture, blend for a shorter time.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed, blending briefly to mix any adjustments.
- Rim the Glasses (Optional): Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip into salt or sugar.
- Fill the Glasses with Ice: Add ice cubes to each glass, filling to your preference.
- Pour the Margarita Mixture: Carefully pour the blended mixture over the ice in each glass.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a slice of peach on the rim of the glass.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing peach basil margaritas!
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh peaches and basil enhance the flavor significantly.
- Adjust Sweetness: Start with less simple syrup and add more to taste.
- Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to add other fruits like strawberries or raspberries for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes