Lemon Margarita

 This fun twist on a margarita is from blogger foxes love lemons. It was light and a fun cocktail.

A Lemon Margarita is a fresh twist on a classic cocktail where you don't need any limes at all. This tequila lemon cocktail has a unique tangy and sweet flavor profile. 

For the Lemon Simple Syrup: • 3/4 cup granulated sugar • 3/4 cup water • Peel of 1 lemon 

For the Lemon Drop Margaritas:

• 4 cups ice 

• 6 ounces fresh lemon juice 

• 6 ounces tequila 

• 4 ounces Lemon Simple Syrup 

• 1 ounce triple sec 

• Salt and/or sugar, for rim of glasses (optional) 

Make the Lemon Simple Syrup: In small saucepot, heat sugar, water and lemon peel over medium-high heat. Cook until all sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally (do not boil). Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Remove and discard lemon peel; transfer syrup to jar or bottle and refrigerate until completely cool. Makes about 8 ounces (enough for 8 margaritas). 

1 Make the Lemon Drop Margaritas: Place ice, lemon juice, tequila, 4 ounces Lemon Simple Syrup and triple sec in blender; blend until well combined. Divide between 4 glasses garnished with salt and/or sugar, if desired.   

• Strawberry Lemon Margarita – add a handful of fresh sliced strawberries to the blender! Or blueberries, or blackberries or raspberries.