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Mexican Martini

An Austin Texas original served shaker-side with an olive juice kick.

tequilaEasy~24% ABV

MethodShakeGlassMartini GlassIcenoneGarnishstuffed olives

Recipe

Serves1

Ingredients

1½ ozblanco tequila
1 ozorange liqueur(such as Cointreau)
1 ozfresh lime juice(freshly squeezed)
½ ozolive brine
stuffed olivesgarnish

Tools

shakerjiggerstrainercitrus juicer

Instructions

1Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
2Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
3Strain into a chilled martini glass.
4Garnish with stuffed olives on a pick.

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History & Origin

Created at the Cedar Door bar in Austin Texas in the 1980s. A local institution that is essentially a dirty margarita served martini-style.

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