Ginger-Lime Margarita (Spice Market Recipe)

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   For the rim:

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   On a plate, mix the ground ginger and salt. Moisten the rim of a margarita glass with water and dip the rim in the ginger salt to coat.

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   Ginger lime syrup:

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   In a small saucepan, combine all of the ingredients and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Transfer the mixture to a blender and puree. Strain, let cool and refrigerate, covered, for up to 1 week.

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   Margarita:

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   Moisten the outer rims of 8 highball glasses with 2 of the lime wedges and coat lightly with salt. Fill the glasses with ice. In a pitcher, combine the tequila, Ginger-Lime Syrup and Cointreau. Stir well and pour one-fourth of the mixture into an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Shake well and strain into 2 of the highball glasses. Repeat 3 more times, using fresh ice each time. Garnish each drink with a lime wedge.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.