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Margarita Drink with a Mint Garnish: Refreshing Alcoholic Beverage for Any Celebration

Morgan James Eckroth
A zesty margarita with fresh ginger for a homemade drink that’s anything but ordinary. Perfect for parties or solo indulgence.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz tequila
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup equal parts sugar and water
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Ginger: Grate fresh ginger to yield about 1 tablespoon.
  • Mix Ingredients: In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and grated ginger. Add ice and shake vigorously.
  • Serve: Strain the mixture into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with lime wedges.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving):

  • Calories: 185
  • Total Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 0 g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):

  • Vitamin C: 21%
  • Calcium: 2%
  • Iron: 2%
  • Potassium: 3%
  • Vitamin A: 1%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor:

Adjust ginger to taste for more or less spiciness. For an extra zing, try a splash of ginger beer. Serve chilled for maximum refreshment.