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Elevate Your Cocktail Game with This Refreshing Celery Margarita

Looking for a twist on the classic margarita? Look no further! This innovative recipe combines the freshness of celery with the crispness of Lillet Blanc, creating a truly unique and delicious drink.

The Magic of Celery Juice

To extract the celery juice, simply blend chopped celery with simple syrup and fresh lime juice in a blender. No expensive juicer needed! Strain the mixture to remove any solids, and you’re left with a vibrant, herbal liquid.

Assembling the Margarita

Combine the celery juice with silver tequila and Lillet Blanc in a cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake until frosty, then strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a tender celery stalk and serve alongside some refreshing ceviche tostadas.

What You’ll Need

• 6 celery stalks, washed and trimmed
• 4 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 ounces Simple Syrup
• 8 ounces silver tequila
• 4 ounces Lillet Blanc
• Ice
• 4 tender celery stalks with leaves for garnish

Lillet Blanc: The Key to This Margarita’s Success

Lillet Blanc is a medium-dry French apéritif made with herbs, spices, and fruits, fortified with French brandy in a base of Bordeaux wine. You can find it at most well-stocked liquor stores.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Blend the Celery Mixture: Combine chopped celery, lime juice, and simple syrup in a blender and blend until the stalks are completely broken down.
2. Strain the Juice: Pour the celery mixture into a fine-mesh strainer and press on the solids to extract as much juice as possible.
3. Chill the Glasses: Place 4 martini or coupe glasses in the freezer to chill.
4. Combine the Margarita Ingredients: Stir together the celery juice mixture, tequila, and Lillet Blanc in a 1-quart container.
5. Shake and Serve: Shake 6 ounces of the margarita in a cocktail shaker with ice until frosty, then strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a celery stalk. Repeat to make 3 more margaritas.