Cinco de Mayo Margarita Lime (Printable)

A zesty lime and orange drink with salted rim, ideal for lively Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

# What You Need:

→ Salted Rim

01 - 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt
02 - Zest of 1 lime
03 - 1 lime wedge for rimming

→ Mocktail

04 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
05 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
06 - 1/4 cup agave syrup
07 - 2 cups chilled sparkling water
08 - Ice cubes
09 - Lime slices for garnish
10 - Fresh mint for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Combine coarse salt and lime zest on a small plate. Rub lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip the rim into the salt mixture to coat evenly.
02 - In a pitcher, combine lime juice, orange juice, and agave syrup. Stir until agave is fully dissolved.
03 - Fill each prepared glass with ice cubes.
04 - Pour the citrus mixture evenly into the glasses, filling each approximately halfway.
05 - Top each glass with chilled sparkling water and gently stir to combine.
06 - Garnish with lime slices and fresh mint if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required
  • Bursting with fresh lime and orange flavors that taste like sunshine
  • Perfect for all ages and occasions, from kids' parties to elegant brunches
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free
  • The lime-zested salt rim adds a gourmet touch that impresses every time
02 -
  • Use a citrus juicer to extract maximum juice from your limes and oranges
  • Zest the lime before cutting it for juicing—it's much easier
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before rimming for an extra-cold serving experience
  • Stir gently after adding sparkling water to preserve the bubbles
  • Adjust sweetness to taste—start with less agave and add more if needed
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