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Cucumber Margaritas

Coastal Living

Ralph Anderson

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Reposado, one of four categories of tequila, is aged in wood barrels that lend a mellow character to the liquor. Some versions contain added flavorings and colorings.

Yield: Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 12  slices fresh cucumber
  • 1/2  cup  fresh lime juice
  • 4  ounces  (1/2 cup) Cointreau
  • 6  ounces  (3/4 cup) tequila reposado
  • 6  cups  ice
  • 1/4  cup  Grand Marnier
  • Lime slices

Preparation

Combine cucumber and next 4 ingredients in a blender; process until smooth.

Pour into glasses. Top each serving with a tablespoon of Grand Marnier, and garnish with lime.

Coastal Living, SEPTEMBER 2005