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Aperol margarita

This Aperol margarita combines the bright, zesty flavors of a traditional margarita with the bitter-sweet charm of Aperol.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: cocktails
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: aperol, Lime Juice, Tequila
Servings: 1
Calories: 297kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 oz blanco tequila
  • 1 oz Aperol
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 0.5 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or triple sec)
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • Salt for rimming the glass
  • Ice

Instructions

  • Rub the rim of your glass with a lime wedge and dip it in salt to coat.
  • In a shaker, combine tequila, Aperol, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup with ice.
  • Shake well and strain into your prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel or an orange twist.