A Christmas Tequila Cocktail To Egg Your Noggin

Name: A Christmas Tequila Cocktail To Egg Your Noggin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP:; 1/2 cups Agave Nectar; 2 Tablespoons Water; 1 whole Cinnamon Stick; 1/4 teaspoons Coriander (coarsely Crushed); 1/4 teaspoons Fennel Seeds (coarsely Crushed); 3 whole Cardamom Pods (lightly Crushed); FOR THE COCKTAIL:; 4 whole Strawberries (3 Hulled One With Hull For Garnish); 2 ounces, fluid Silver Tequila; 3/4 ounces, fluid Spiced Agave Simple Syrup (recipe Above); 2 whole Medium Basil Leaves Chiffonade (divided In Half)

Servings: persons

FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP:
1/2 cups Agave Nectar
2 Tablespoons Water
1 whole Cinnamon Stick
1/4 teaspoons Coriander (coarsely Crushed)
1/4 teaspoons Fennel Seeds (coarsely Crushed)
3 whole Cardamom Pods (lightly Crushed)
FOR THE COCKTAIL:
4 whole Strawberries (3 Hulled One With Hull For Garnish)
2 ounces, fluid Silver Tequila
3/4 ounces, fluid Spiced Agave Simple Syrup (recipe Above)
2 whole Medium Basil Leaves Chiffonade (divided In Half)

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For the Spiced Agave Simple Syrup:
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Add all of the simple syrup ingredients to a small saucepan and heat over medium high heat. Stir and bring to a boil (the mixture should climb up the sides of the pan slightly). Remove from heat, stir and let cool to room temperature before using.
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This can be stored, for up to a week, covered and refrigerated.
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For the cocktail:
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Muddle the 3 hulled strawberries in the glass.
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In a cocktail shaker add ice cubes, tequila, agave syrup and half of the basil. Cover and shake vigorously. Strain into the glass with the muddled strawberries.
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Add the remaining basil to the cocktail and garnish with a strawberry. You can add a few ice cubes to this cocktail and give a quick stir to mix up the basil leaves.
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Serve!

105

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP:, 1/2 cups Agave Nectar, 2 Tablespoons Water, 1 whole Cinnamon Stick, and more.

Yes, A Christmas Tequila Cocktail To Egg Your Noggin falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!