Margaritas are one of our favourite cocktails, as they're such a deliciously refreshing drink, and fun to make and enjoy!
Made with classic margarita ingredients and the added bonus of a honey simple syrup and fresh basil, these honey basil margaritas are incredibly refreshing and the perfect mix of sweet, sour, and salty.
These cocktails are super quick to make and are just the thing to help relax and unwind with at the end of a busy day.
INGREDIENTS
Honey simple syrup
- 1/2 cup Kai Ora Manuka Honey
- 1/2 cup water
Honey basil margaritas
- 20mls honey simple syrup
- 4 medium sized basil leaves
- 60mls tequila
- 30mls orange liquor
- 30mls lime juice
METHOD
To prepare the honey simple syrup
Combine the honey and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stirring occasionally, bring to a boil and then remove from the heat. Allow to cool and then leave to chill in the fridge. This syrup can be stored in the fridge for two weeks.
To prepare the Margarita
In a shaker, muddle the basil leaves with the honey simple syrup. Add the remaining ingredients and fill the shaker with ice. Shake for 30-45 seconds. Pour into a salt-rimmed glass and enjoy!