Elevate your summer margaritas with the perfect balance of tangy lime and sweetness by making homemade lime simple syrup. Whether you prefer a classic margarita or a refreshing frozen version, this easy-to-make syrup adds a burst of citrus flavor and enhances the overall taste of your cocktail. With just a few simple ingredients and a touch of patience, you'll have a versatile syrup that will take your margarita-making skills to the next level.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
FRESH LIME MARGARITAS
This basic fresh margarita recipe is easy to modify to your tastes. Try it frozen or with strawberries. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a pitcher, combine the first 5 ingredients; stir until sugar is dissolved. Moisten rims of 4 margarita or cocktail glasses with lime wedges. Sprinkle salt on a plate; dip rims in salt. Serve over crushed ice in prepared glasses.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
MARGARITA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, lime juice, Simple Syrup and orange liqueur. Cover and shake until mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds. (In general, the drink is ready by the time the shaker mists up.) Place Lime-salt-sugar on a plate. Press the rim of a chilled rocks or wine glass into the mixture to rim the edge. Strain margarita into the glass.
- Put the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. (Alternatively, heat in the microwave.) Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- Blend together lime, salt and sugar in a small blender or mini food chopper.
LIME SIMPLE SYRUP FOR SUMMER MARGARITAS
Use this lime-tinged simple syrup to make Summer Margaritas from chef Rick Bayless.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Entertaining Cocktail Party Ideas
Yield Makes 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and lime juice. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool. Store in an airtight container, refrigerated, until ready to use, up to 1 week.
SUMMER MARGARITAS
This margarita recipe from chef Rick Bayless includes cucumber, which gives it a cool, melon-like flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Yield Makes 9 cocktails
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place cucumber, tequila, lime juice, and simple syrup in the jar of a blender; blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
- Moisten the rims of three 6-ounce martini glasses with lime wedge. Place salt in a shallow dish. Dip rims of glasses in salt to coat.
- Fill a cocktail shaker 3/4 full with ice. Add 1 1/2 cups cucumber mixture. Cover and shake 10 to 15 seconds. Strain until prepared glasses. Garnish with cucumber slices. Repeat process with remaining ice and cucumber mixture.
Tips:
- For a classic margarita, use fresh lime juice and tequila. You can also use other citrus fruits, such as lemons or oranges.
- Simple syrup is a great way to sweeten your margaritas. You can make it at home or buy it from the store.
- If you don't have fresh limes, you can use bottled lime juice. However, fresh lime juice will give your margaritas a brighter flavor.
- Margaritas can be served on the rocks or frozen. Frozen margaritas are a great way to cool down on a hot day.
- Garnish your margaritas with a lime wedge or a salt rim. This will add a touch of flavor and presentation.
Conclusion:
Lime simple syrup is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of cocktails. It's easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. So next time you're making margaritas, try using lime simple syrup instead of sugar. You'll be glad you did!
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