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Salt Air Margarita

A refreshing cocktail with a unique airy foam texture that balances salty and sweet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz tequila
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz orange liqueur like Cointreau
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • 1 oz aquafaba chickpea brine
  • Salt for rimming the glass
  • Lime wedges for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Jigger
  • Blender
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Glassware (margarita glasses recommended)

Method
 

  1. Rim your glass with salt by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into a plate of salt.
  2. In a shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup.
  3. Add the aquafaba to the shaker.
  4. Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  5. Using a fine mesh strainer, pour the mixture into the prepared glass.
  6. Spoon some of the shaken aquafaba mixture on top of the margarita to enhance the foam.
  7. Add a lime wedge on the rim for garnish.
  8. Serve and enjoy your Salt Air Margarita!

Notes

For a fruity version, add fresh fruit puree to the mix before shaking.