Festive Prawn Margarita with Lime Cocktail
A salty, savory margarita with a seafood twist: prawn-infused tequila, tangy lime, and classic margarita flavors—garnished with a spicy prawn for a showstopping drink.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Small saucepan
- Strainer
- Jigger
- Rocks glass
- Bar spoon
- Cocktail pick
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila prawn-infused
- 1 prawn for infusion and garnish
- 1 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
- 0.5 oz orange liqueur such as Cointreau or Triple Sec
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- pinch chili powder or Tajín for rimming glass
- ice cubes
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, warm tequila gently with the prawn for 5 minutes to infuse. Cool and strain out prawn.
- Rim rocks glass with lime and dip in chili powder or Tajín.
- Add prawn-infused tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup to shaker with ice. Shake well.
- Strain into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a prawn on a cocktail pick. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use only fresh prawns for infusion and serve cold. Adjust syrup for sweetness or chili for heat. A citrusy rim balances the seafood and spice.