Rhubarb Blood Orange Margarita

This tantalizing Rhubarb Blood Orange Margarita is not just a pretty face. Buckle up, because this drink is a wild ride of sweet, tangy, and oh-so-satisfying sips!

First things first, let’s talk about that secret sauce: Rhubarb Simple Syrup. Picture this: water, sugar, and sliced rhubarb shimmying together in a bubbling cauldron of deliciousness. The result? A syrup so sweet and tangy, it’ll make your taste buds do the cha-cha.

Now, onto the star of the show: blood oranges! These beauties are like regular oranges’ sassy cousins. Their vibrant hue and juicy flavor add a splash of pizzazz to our margarita mix. Squeeze those babies like there’s no tomorrow because we’re diving headfirst into citrus heaven.

Next up, is the tequila, the nectar of the agave gods. Grab your favorite brand (no judgment here) and let its golden elixir mingle with our rhubarb syrup and blood orange juice. Pro tip: Reposado tequila brings a whole new level of flavor to the party, so don’t be shy!

Now, let’s talk about rhubarb. It’s like celery’s cooler, pink-haired cousin. Tart, tangy, and oh-so-sassy, rhubarb adds a zingy kick to our margarita masterpiece.

And what about those blood oranges? Oh, they’re the rockstars of the citrus world. With their deep crimson hue and sweet-tart flavor, they’re like regular oranges’ rebellious siblings. Blend with ice to create a frozen version. Served chilled or over ice. Your choice.

So there you have it, folks! The Rhubarb Blood Orange Margarita: a cocktail so divine, it’ll make your taste buds do the conga. Whip up a batch, kick back, and let the flavor fiesta begin! Cheers to creativity in cocktails and to drinks that dance on your palate like there’s no tomorrow!

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Rhubarb Blood Orange Margarita

Course Cocktails

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword Blood Orange Cocktail, Rhubarb Cocktail, Rhubarb Frozen Margarita, Rhubarb Margarita, Rhubarb Orange Cocktail

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Servings 2 Drinks

Author Lora Wiley-Lennartz

Ingredients

Rhubarb Syrup:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup rhubarb
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Margarita:

• Granulated sugar for the rim
• 1/2 cup blood orange juice 2-3 oranges
• 1/3 cup rhubarb syrup
• 2 shots tequila
• 2 cups Ice

Instructions

Make the Rhubarb Syrup:

1. Place the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil.
2. Add the fresh rhubarb pieces. Lower the heat.
3. Cook for 15 minutes or until the rhubarb has completely softened.
4. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth back into the saucepan.
5. Stir in the lemon juice and Let cool completely.

Make the Margarita:

1. Dip the rims of two glasses into
2. Juice the oranges.
3. Blend 1/2 cup of the rhubarb syrup, the blood orange juice, tequila, and 2 cups of ice until slushy.
4. Pour into 2 glasses and serve.

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