TEXAS RED RIVER MARGARITAS

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When I lived in Texas, I decided to create a cocktail that represented my new home. I've found that blood orange juice works just as well as the grapefruit juice in this spicy margarita recipe. -Danny Schneider, Omaha, NE

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces tequila
2 jalapeno peppers, quartered and seeded
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarse sugar
1 cup ruby red grapefruit juice
1/2 cup simple syrup

Steps:

  • Place tequila and jalapenos in a small bowl. Let stand 2-3 hours., Using water, moisten the rims of four margarita or cocktail glasses. Mix salt and sugar on a plate; hold each glass upside down and dip rim into salt mixture. Set aside. Discard remaining salt mixture on plate., Strain tequila into a small bowl, discarding jalapenos. Stir in grapefruit juice and simple syrup. Serve in prepared glasses over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Shakell Waaldijk
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These margaritas are the worst I've ever had.


Ram Chhetri
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I would not recommend these margaritas to anyone.


Juane Minnie
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These margaritas are not worth the effort.


Zagi King
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I wish these margaritas had more flavor.


Md rafi Islam
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These margaritas are too strong for me.


Carmelo Sierra
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I didn't really like the flavor of these margaritas.


Nepali shorts Bank
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These margaritas are a bit too sweet for my taste.


N.A.R Bhatti
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I'm not a big fan of margaritas, but these ones are pretty good.


Aimal
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These margaritas are a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Nikki Giselman
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I love the red color of these margaritas!


Tiarna Skarratt
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These margaritas are the perfect party drink!


Keino Ford
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So refreshing and flavorful!


Melissa Wren
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These margaritas are delicious! I love the tartness of the grapefruit and the sweetness of the lime.


Tahir Shahjadoon
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I'm not usually a fan of margaritas, but these ones are amazing! The combination of flavors is perfect, and they're not too sweet.


Dickmu Walter
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These margaritas are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my friends. I love that I can make them ahead of time, so I don't have to worry about them when I'm entertaining.


Ella Nickels
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I love the unique flavor of these margaritas. The combination of grapefruit and lime is so refreshing, and the tequila gives it a nice kick.


Amaka Agu
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These margaritas are the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. They're refreshing and flavorful, and the red color is just so pretty.


TheWeird World
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I've made these margaritas several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Jasper Unalive
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These margaritas were a huge hit at my last party! The combination of flavors is perfect, and the red color is so festive.