This margarita was created nearly 20 years ago by Julio Bermejo, a world-renown tequila expert and owner of Tommy’s Mexican Restaurant in San Francisco. At Tommy’s, the drink is prepared in a blender cup instead of using a shaker, but the drink is never served frozen. Although the traditional Tommy’s Margarita does not call for a salted rim, the addition of Aleppo Chili salt by the Liquid Chef Inc. and zested lime peel (pictured) creates a spicy-bright aroma and an intriguing tasting experience.

Ingredients

2 oz. Sauza Hornitos Reposado 100% Puro de Agave tequila

1 oz. fresh lime juice

¾ oz. agave nectar*

*To make at home, dilute 2 parts agave syrup with 1 part water

Method

Shake ingredients with ice and strain into a cocktail glass, or serve with a single large piece of ice.

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