Tequila Spicy Mint Blutini Recipe

Name: Tequila Spicy Mint Blutini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups unsweetened red tea (such as Teavana's Opus Rouge or Strawberry Nirvana); 3 1/2 fresh lemons, medium, squeezed and strained; 2 Tablespoons sugar; 3 shots Torani Pink Grapefruit syrup; 1/2 shot Creme de Menthe; 2-3 shots Triple Sec; 3-4 shots Tequila; 1 small serrano chile, seeds removed, minced; 8-10 fresh mint leaves, removed from stems; 1/2 Teaspoon fresh ginger, minced; 1 cup frozen blueberries (thaw 1/4 cup)

Servings: persons

6 cups unsweetened red tea (such as Teavana's Opus Rouge or Strawberry Nirvana)
3 1/2 fresh lemons, medium, squeezed and strained
2 Tablespoons sugar
3 shots Torani Pink Grapefruit syrup
1/2 shot Creme de Menthe
2-3 shots Triple Sec
3-4 shots Tequila
1 small serrano chile, seeds removed, minced
8-10 fresh mint leaves, removed from stems
1/2 Teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
1 cup frozen blueberries (thaw 1/4 cup)

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1. Rinse 8 Martini glasses, shake off excess water, and place upright in freezer.
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2. In a large pitcher, add the tea and sugar. Stir until dissolved. Add the lemon juice, grapefruit syrup, Creme de Menthe, and Triple Sec. Taste and adjust, if necessary.
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3. Using a pestle and mortar bowl, mash the mint, serrano chile, and ginger to combine flavors. Add 1/4 cup of thawed blueberries and mash lightly. Scrape off the pestle. Add the Tequila and stir with a spoon. Let stand 5 minutes.
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4. Remove glasses from freezer. Place some frozen blueberries in the bottom of each glass.
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5. Add the Tequila mixture to the pitcher and stir well.
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6. Fill a shaker with ice cubes, then fill with the drink mixture. Cover and shake well. Pour into glasses and serve immediately. (Each shaker batch produces about two drinks.)
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Optional: Strain the drink mixture before placing it into shaker.

122

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Carbs

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups unsweetened red tea (such as Teavana's Opus Rouge or Strawberry Nirvana), 3 1/2 fresh lemons, medium, squeezed and strained, 2 Tablespoons sugar, 3 shots Torani Pink Grapefruit syrup, and more.

Yes, Tequila Spicy Mint Blutini 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!

Tequila Spicy Mint Blutini

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Variations & substitutions

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