Strawberry-Mint Margarita

Makes ~14 or more margaritas

DrinksMexican/Cuban/Latin Inspired

Ingredients:

Margarita Base:

3 cups tequila

2 cups fresh lime juice, plus lime slices, for garnish

1 1/2 cups orange liqueur 

1/4 cup agave syrup 

Garnish/Flavor:

1 quart fresh strawberries

1 full bunch of fresh mint leaves

Making 4 drinks:

1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

16 leaves fresh mint 

4 servings of margarita base

Directions:

  1. Put the strawberries and mint leaves in a large cocktail shaker. Smash with a muddler for about 30 seconds to blend the ingredients and extract the flavors. Add the margarita base to the shaker and shake or stir to combine. Divide among 4 glasses filled with ice.