STRAWBERRY B A S I L M A R G A R I TA article and photograph by HEATHER LAND This summer cocktail is way too easy to drink in the Louisiana heat. Alone or paired with something off the grill, it boasts layers of fresh flavor and is visually stunning. WH AT YOU ’LL NEED: Shaker or Mason Jar with lid Muddler Ice Handful fresh strawberries Generous sprig of fresh basil 1/4 tsp honey 1/2 lime juiced 1.5 oz Cointreau 2 oz Blanco tequila Fresh Jalapeño slices *Optional: Run your juiced lime around rim of your cocktail glass and dip half of rim in 50/50 sugar/sea salt mixture.Muddle berries, basil and honey in shaker/mason jar. Add emaining ingredients and ice and shake. Option 1: Rustic - Pour into rimmed* cocktail glass unstrained
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