3-INGREDIENT GRILLED ORANGE MARGARITA

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Grilling the oranges infuses this refreshing drink with slightly sweet, slightly bitter notes and smoky flavor, balanced by bright lime juice and aged tequila.

Provided by Kat Boytsova

Categories     3-Ingredient Recipes     Margarita     Lime     Orange     Cocktail     Tequila     Summer

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 navel oranges, halved
Kosher salt (optional)
1 lime, cut into 6 wheels
1 1/4 cups aƱejo tequila
6 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill or grill pan for medium-high heat. Grill orange halves, cut side down, until well browned, 8-10 minutes. Let cool slightly, about 10 minutes. Juice oranges, then strain and discard pulp (you should have about 1 1/2 cups juice).
  • Pour salt onto a small plate, if using. Rub rim of an old-fashioned or rocks glass with lime wheel, then dip into salt.Stir orange juice, tequila, lime juice, and 8 cups ice in a pitcher. Divide cocktails among glasses and garnish with lime wheels.

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