Cupid's Coconut Kiss Margarita
A romantic and refreshing cocktail perfect for Valentine's Day, featuring a blend of tequila, coconut, lime, orange liqueur, and a fragrant rosemary simple syrup.
Equipment
- Small Saucepan
- Strainer
- Airtight Container
- Cocktail Shaker
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Cupid's Coconut Kiss Margarita
- 2 ounces Tequila reposado preferred
- 2 ounces Canned Coconut Milk unsweetened
- 1 ounce Fresh Lime Juice from about 1 lime
- 1 ounce Orange Liqueur like Cointreau or Grand Marnier
- 1 ounce Rosemary Simple Syrup recipe below
- Ice
- Coarse Sea Salt optional, for rimming
- Fresh Rosemary Sprigs for garnish, optional
- White Sugar for candied garnish, optional
For Rosemary Simple Syrup
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup White Sugar
- 3-4 Fresh Rosemary Sprigs
Instructions
Making the Rosemary Simple Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, gently bring 1 cup of water, 1 cup of white sugar, and 3-4 fresh rosemary sprigs to a low simmer over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Once the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is barely simmering, remove the pan from the heat. Let it steep for at least 10 minutes, allowing the rosemary flavor to gently infuse.
- Strain the syrup to remove the rosemary sprigs. Store this fragrant syrup in an airtight container in your refrigerator.
Crafting the Candied Rosemary Garnish (Optional, for a special touch):
- If you'd like a sparkling garnish, lightly brush fresh rosemary sprigs with some of your prepared rosemary simple syrup.
- Gently sprinkle the coated sprigs with white sugar.
- Place them on a wire rack to dry for about an hour until they crystallize.
Mixing Your Cupid's Coconut Kiss Margarita:
- Gather your cocktail shaker. Add 2 ounces of tequila, 2 ounces of canned coconut milk, 1 ounce of fresh lime juice, 1 ounce of orange liqueur, and 1 ounce of your homemade rosemary simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with a generous handful of ice.
- Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for 15 to 30 seconds. This ensures your drink is perfectly chilled and well-mixed.
- For an elegant rim, if desired, spread coarse sea salt on a small plate. Run a lime slice around the rim of your serving glass, then dip the rim into the salt, gently twisting to coat it evenly.
- Fill your prepared glass with fresh ice.
- Strain your beautifully mixed margarita into the glass.
- Garnish with a candied rosemary sprig for that extra special, festive look. Sip and enjoy your delightful Valentine's creation!
Notes
Nutrition Information: Calories: 413, Total Carbs: 34g, Net Carbs: 33g, Fats: 12g, Protein: 1g.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the syrup to your liking. For a non-alcoholic version, replace tequila and orange liqueur with non-alcoholic spirits or simply increase lime juice and simple syrup. The candied rosemary garnish will take approximately 1 hour to dry and crystallize.
