Hibiscus Margarita

This dreamy drink conjures up memories of my first cruise to the Caribbean. It is a deliciously sweet drink while remaining entirely sugar-free. For an alcohol-free version, substitute lime sparkling water for the tequila.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword drinks

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 207kcal

Author Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

Hibiscus Syrup

2 cups water
16 bags Hibiscus Tea or 1 cup hibiscus flowers
⅔ cup lime syrup

For the Glasses

2 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon of cinnamon
1 lime juiced

Put it Together

20 ounces Silver Tequila
20 ounces Hibiscus Syrup from above
10 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

Make the Hibiscus Syrup

Bring water to a boil.
Add hibiscus tea or hibiscus flowers. Steep for 30 minutes.
Drain. Add lime syrup and stir well.
Chill for at least an hour.

For the Glasses

Combine sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
Coat the rim of the glass with lime juice. Dip in the sugar mixture to coat.

For Each Drink

Combine 2 ounces tequila, 2 ounces chilled hibiscus syrup, and 1 tablespoon lime juice in a cocktail shaker.
Shake to combine.
Serve over ice.

Notes

Nutritional information is estimated and will depend on the actual ingredients (i.e. simple syrup) you use.

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