I love a good Margarita. The drink gets a bad rap because the standard chain restaurant recipe can be so sugary and high calorie but a well made one is simple and uses only fresh juice and a small amount of sweetener. This hibiscus one is my new favorite. Aside from a delicious flavor, the color is incredibly dark and beautiful. The hibiscus syrup supplies all the sweetness and flavor needed.
Hibiscus Margarita
Hibiscus Syrup
(hibiscus leaves or tea, sugar, water)
100% Agave Silver Tequila
Lime
Orange
To make a hibiscus syrup make a strong tea of hibiscus leaves in 8oz of water. Add in 1 cup of sugar and gently heat until the sugar is completely dissolved.
In a shaker- fill with ice. Add 4 tablespoons of tequila, a squeeze of fresh lime, and squeeze of fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup of the hibiscus syrup and shake very well. It can be served straight up by straining or over ice.
The hibiscus syrup also makes a delicious non alcoholic drink by simply adding seltzer and a squeeze of lime.
Olivia Williamson
Olivia Williamson I graduated from the French Culinary Institute while still in my teens and have been working in some aspect of the food service industry ever since. After moving to Park Slope 12 years ago and starting a family I formed my meal delivery business, Olivia Cooks For You. Since that time the business has grown into also an event catering service for everything from small dinner parties, to weddings and large corporate events. Despite food being my business, it’s still my passion and joy and I jump at any opportunity to cook for my friends and family.