Margarita De Pepino De Xcaret (Cucumber Margaritas)

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   Note: To prepare a simple syrup, mix one part water with 2 parts sugar and bring to a boil in a saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar; remove from heat and allow to cool.

2. 2

   Place cucumber, lime juice, cointreau, simple syrup, and tequila in blender and process until smooth.

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   Mix ground chile or cayenne with salt; run lime wedge around rim of margarita glasses, and holding glass inverted, dust the wet part on the outside with salt/chile mixture until rim is coated (this keep salt out of drink by not dipping into the salt).

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   Pour drink mix into glasses, and garnish with lime wedges.

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   Serve with ice, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.