Green Zen Margarita

Name: Green Zen Margarita
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz cucumberbasil infused tequila; 1 oz lime juice; 0.75 oz agave syrup; 0.5 oz basil foam; null slice of cucumber for garnish; null basil leaf for garnish; 1 bottle blanco tequila; 1 large cucumber; 1 cup basil leaves; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 tsp soy lecithin

Invigorating twist on classic margarita with cucumber and basil

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

210*

Net Carbs

15g*

Ingredients:

cucumberbasil infused tequila

lime juice

agave syrup

basil foam

slice of cucumber for garnish

basil leaf for garnish

AI Request:A cocktail recipes that uses an advanced mixology technique and complicated infusions for a margarita wit cucamber and basil

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: Dive into an invigorating twist on the classic margarita with the Green Zen Margarita. Combining the fresh essence of cucumber, the aromatic delight of basil, and a crisp tequila base, this drink is further elevated with a molecular twist to tantalize both your taste buds and your visual senses. It's a sophisticated cocktail designed for the adventurous palate. Ingredients: - 2 oz Cucumber-Basil Infused Tequila (instructions below) - 1 oz Lime Juice (freshly squeezed) - 0.75 oz Agave Syrup - 0.5 oz Basil Foam (instructions below) - 1 slice of cucumber for garnish - 1 basil leaf for garnish Cucumber-Basil Infused Tequila: - 1 bottle of high-quality Blanco Tequila - 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced - 1 cup fresh basil leaves Instructions for Infusion: 1. In a large, airtight jar, combine the tequila, cucumber slices, and basil leaves. 2. Seal the jar and let it infuse at room temperature for 4-5 days, shaking gently every day. 3. After infusion, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove solids. Store the infused tequila in a clean bottle. Basil Foam: - 1 cup fresh basil leaves - 1/2 cup water - 1/2 tsp soy lecithin (an emulsifier) Instructions for Foam: 1. Blend the basil leaves and water together until smooth. 2. Strain the mixture to remove the solids, leaving you with a basil-water solution. 3. Add the soy lecithin to the basil-water solution and blend with a hand blender until a stable foam forms on top. Method: 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the infused tequila, lime juice, and agave syrup. 2. Shake vigorously until well-chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled margarita glass. 4. Spoon the basil foam gently on top of the drink. 5. Garnish with a thin cucumber slice and a fresh basil leaf. Glass: Serve in a classic Margarita glass.

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