Cooking Lesson #1040: Almond Margarita

…from the Perspectives’ Happy Hour Bar

credit: Amaretto Adriatico

How you doin’? The Almond Margarita combines the rich almond flavor of Amaretto Adriatico Bianco with the bold kick of tequila, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and strength.

This Almond Margarita is a unique twist on the classic margarita, offering a smooth flavor profile that is sure to impress. I am always amazed at how many different flavored cocktails can be made with tequila.
 
Unlike some of the other almond liqueurs, Amaretto Adriatico Bianco is actually made with real almonds and not peach or apricot pits. People with almond allergies should not use this recipe.
 
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Prep Time for Garnish: ~35 minutes
Yield: 1 cocktail
 
Ingredients
1-2⁄3 ounces Amaretto Adriatico Bianco Liqueur
1 ounce Patrón Silver blanco tequila
3⁄4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
1⁄3 ounce Cointreau (triple sec liqueur)
Dehydrated line wheel
 
Directions

1. Pre-chill an old-fashioned glass.
2. Dry shake all the ingredients (without ice) to full blend.
3. Shake again with ice and fine strain into ice-filled glass.
4. Garnish with a dehydrated lime wheel.

ChefSecret:  To dehydrate lime wheels, place the cut limes on a sheet pan and place in a 250° F oven for about 30 minutes or until they are dry.

Quip of the Day:  I was drinking a margarita and the waitress screamed “does anyone know CPR?”
I yelled, “I know the entire alphabet” and we all laughed and laughed. Well, except one guy.
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