Cedar Door Original Mexican Martini
Experience the perfect blend of tangy, salty, and sweet with the iconic Cedar Door Original Mexican Martini! This vibrant cocktail, a Tex-Mex classic straight from the heart of Austin, combines the bold flavors of silver or reposado tequila, zesty freshly squeezed lime juice, and the smooth orange essence of Cointreau or triple sec. A splash of olive brine and a touch of simple syrup elevate this drink with a savory twist and just the right hint of sweetness. Served in a salt-rimmed, chilled glass and garnished with green olives, this refreshing martini is a crowd-pleasing fusion of a margarita and a classic martini. Perfect for happy hour, parties, or anytime you’re craving a unique handcrafted cocktail, this recipe takes just five minutes to create and delivers big on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila (silver or reposado)
- 1 oz Cointreau (or triple sec)
- 1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 0.5 oz Olive brine
- 1 tbsp Kosher salt
- 1 cup Ice
- 2 pieces Green olives (for garnish)
Instructions
Chill a martini or coupe glass by placing it in the freezer for a few minutes or filling it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
On a small plate, spread the kosher salt. Run a lime wedge around the rim of the chilled martini glass, then dip the rim into the salt to coat it lightly. Set the glass aside.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, simple syrup, and olive brine to the shaker.
Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, until the ingredients are well-chilled and combined.
Strain the cocktail into the prepared martini glass.
Skewer two green olives on a cocktail pick and place them in or over the glass as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful, refreshing Cedar Door Original Mexican Martini!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2411 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 30 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
