GRAPEFRUIT AND HONEY MARGARITA

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To create a lower-alcohol version of a grapefruit margarita, we replaced the usual orange liqueur with honey. The result is a light and refreshing cocktail just right for alfresco summer drinking.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon clover or orange-blossom honey
1 tablespoon very hot water (from the tap)
2 ounces blanco tequila
1 strip peeled pink grapefruit rind plus 2 ounces fresh juice
3/4 ounce fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • In the bottom of a cocktail shaker, stir honey with 1 tablespoon very hot water (from the tap) until dissolved. Fill shaker halfway with ice and top with tequila, grapefruit juice, and lime juice. Shake vigorously until outside of shaker is cold and frosty, about 10 seconds.
  • Strain into a tall, narrow glass, such as a Collins, filled with crushed ice. Stir with a swizzle stick or straw until glass turns frosty, about 10 seconds. Garnish with grapefruit rind; serve immediately.

Logan Hagan
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This is my new go-to margarita recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sakura
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This margarita is perfect for any occasion. It's great for parties, brunch, or just a relaxing evening at home.


bruce paul
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I love the way the grapefruit and honey complement each other in this margarita. It's a really unique and delicious cocktail.


FATIMA Omarie
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This is the best margarita recipe I've ever tried. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Hunter Davis
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This margarita is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Bashir Olie
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I've made this margarita several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for parties.


Kessy Chindindi
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The grapefruit and honey in this margarita make it a great choice for a brunch cocktail.


jaislyn dancz
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This margarita is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's also very refreshing.


Abdul Rasool
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I'm not usually a fan of margaritas, but this one is really good. The grapefruit and honey add a nice touch.


Aaron Jamshedi
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The grapefruit and honey in this margarita really shine through. It's a unique and flavorful twist on the classic cocktail.


Md Asmaul Asmaul
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I made this margarita for my friends and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a crowd.


Noor ali Noor ali
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This margarita is perfect for a summer party.


Juma Alii
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I was a bit skeptical about the grapefruit and honey combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. This margarita is delicious!


TIN__3
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This is my new favorite margarita recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Keegan Bailey
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I love the combination of grapefruit and honey in this margarita. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Zubair Magsi
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This margarita was a hit at my party! The grapefruit and honey added a unique and refreshing twist to the classic cocktail.