Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
1.5 ounce

El Charro Tequila

1 ounce

Triple Sec

0.75 ounce

Lime Juice

Freshly Squeezed

2 tbsp

Blood Orange Puree

1.5 ounce

Maldon Salt

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the blood orange salt by mixing Maldon salt and blood orange puree.

Step 2
~3 min

Spread the mixture flat on a saucer and let it dry for at least an hour.

Step 3
~3 min

Rim a cocktail glass with the blood orange salt.

Step 4
~3 min

In a mixing glass, combine tequila, Triple Sec, lime juice, and ice.

Step 5
~3 min

Shake well until chilled.

Step 6
~3 min

Strain into the rimmed cocktail glass.

Step 7
~3 min

Slowly drip the blood orange puree down the side of the glass for a bloody effect.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the cocktail glass before serving for a colder drink.

Adjust the amount of blood orange puree to control the 'bloody' effect.

For a sweeter cocktail, add a splash of agave nectar.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The blood orange salt can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled in a salt-rimmed glass.

Garnish with a blood orange slice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spicy tacos
Grilled shrimp

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular in Mexican culture

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Halloween
Day of the Dead

Occasion Tags

Halloween
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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