Turmeric-Cumin Margarita

cocktail margarita cumin tequila lime juice triple sec lime mint peanut free soy free dairy free wheat/gluten-free tree nut free vegetarian vegan diwali

Rachel Gurjar

Makes 1

Source

Ingredients

1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt

½ tsp. cumin seeds

1½ oz. tequila blanco

1 oz. fresh lime juice

½ oz. agave nectar

½ oz. triple sec

½ tsp. ground turmeric

Lime wedge and mint sprig (for serving)

A spice mill or mortar and pestle

Method

Coarsely grind salt and cumin seeds in a spice mill or with a mortar and pestle. Transfer to a small plate.

Fill a shallow bowl with water. Dip rim of a rocks glass or margarita glass in water, then dip in cumin salt. Fill glass with ice and set aside.

Combine tequila, lime juice, agave, triple sec, and turmeric in a cocktail shaker. Fill shaker with ice and shake until outside of shaker is frosty, about 20 seconds. Strain into reserved glass. Garnish cocktail with a lime wedge and mint sprigs.