Description
Sunset-kissed Aperol coconut margarita brings tropical cocktail magic to your glass with silky coconut cream and zesty orange liqueur. Summer sipping reaches new heights when fresh ingredients dance together, creating a refreshing escape you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) tequila
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) Aperol
Liqueurs and Mixers:
- 3/4 ounce (22 milliliters) Cointreau
- 3/4 ounce (22 milliliters) coconut milk
- 1/2 ounce (15 milliliters) simple syrup
Fresh Ingredients and Garnish:
- 3/4 ounce (22 milliliters) fresh lime juice
- Ice
- Tajin
- Lime wheel
- Marigold
Instructions
- Chill a cocktail glass by placing it in the freezer for a few minutes to ensure a crisp drinking experience.
- Generously coat the rim of the glass with lime juice, then dip into Tajin seasoning for a zesty, tangy edge.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with Aperol, coconut rum, fresh lime juice, and tequila, then add a generous handful of ice cubes.
- Vigorously shake the mixture for 15-20 seconds to thoroughly chill and combine the flavors, creating a harmonious blend.
- Retrieve the chilled glass from the freezer and fill it with fresh ice cubes.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass, ensuring a smooth pour that captures the vibrant colors and combined ingredients.
- Enhance the presentation by garnishing with a lime wheel or a sprinkle of Tajin on top for an additional burst of flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately and savor the refreshing, tropical twist on a classic margarita.
Notes
- Try coconut cream or coconut milk for a richer, more luxurious texture that enhances tropical flavor profiles.
- Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for a brighter, more vibrant citrus punch that elevates the overall cocktail complexity.
- Adjust Aperol quantity to balance sweetness and bitterness, creating a personalized drink that suits individual taste preferences.
- Consider using a flavored salt like chili or smoked salt on the rim for an unexpected twist that adds depth to the margarita experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 196 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 4 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg