Recipe Background
Autumn Haze is a cocktail as beautiful as the leaves outside! The tartness of pomegranate juice, the sharpness of fresh lime, and the excitement of tequila mingle together for a brew perfect for any autumn gathering. A touch of orange liqueur and simple syrup balance the drink with brightness and sweetness. It's official — Autumn Haze is the way to enjoy the taste of the season!
Autumn Haze is a cocktail as beautiful as the leaves outside! The tartness of pomegranate juice, the sharpness of fresh lime, and the excitement of tequila mingle together for a brew perfect for any autumn gathering. A touch of orange liqueur and simple syrup balance the drink with brightness and sweetness. It's official — Autumn Haze is the way to enjoy the taste of the season!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon coarse salt
- 1 wedge lime plus more, to taste, for garnish
- ice cubes to taste
- 1 cup tequila
- 1 cup pomegranate juice chilled
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup homemade or store-bought
- pomegranate arils optional, to taste, for garnish
Directions
- On a small, shallow plate, add the lime zest and the coarse salt and stir to combine.
- Run 1 of the lime wedge around the rims of the intended serving glasses.
- Dip the lime-coated rims of the serving glasses in the lime zest mixture, twisting the glasses slightly so the rims are completely coated.
- Fill the rimmed serving glasses with the ice cubes.
- In a pitcher, add the tequila, the pomegranate juice, the lime juice, the orange liqueur, and the simple syrup and stir to combine.
- Fill each of the prepared serving glasses evenly with the margarita mixture.
- Serve garnished with the arils and the extra lime wedges.
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