Spicy Mint Avocado Margarita

Spicy Mint Avocado Margarita

If you’re from California, this cocktail might feel like a long time coming. First came the avocado toast, now we have the avocado cocktail. Hey, we’re not complaining, plus, avocadoes are considered to be a super food…so does that make this drink a super cocktail? Who knows. But what we do know is that the Spicy Mint Avocado Margarita is nothing short of super tasty.

What you’ll need:

• 1 slice Avocado (approximately 2 tbsp)
• 3 slices Jalapeño pepper (seeds removed)
• 4 Fresh mint leaves
• 1 oz Fresh lime juice
• 2 oz Blanco tequila
• 1 oz Orange liqueur
• 1/2 oz Simple syrup
• 1 pinch Salt
• Garnish: Salt rim
• Garnish: Mint sprig

How to make it:

1. Rim a double rocks glass with salt and set aside.
2. Add the avocado, jalapeño, mint and lime juice into a mixing glass and muddle until the avocado is mashed.
3. Add the tequila, liqueur, syrup and salt.
4. Fill the glass with ice, and shake until well-chilled.
5. Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
6. Garnish with a mint sprig.