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Autumn Haze

Time: 15 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

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Autumn Haze is a cocktail as beautiful as the leaves outside! The tartness of pomegranate juice, the sharpness of fresh lime, and the excitement of tequila mingle together for a brew perfect for any autumn gathering. A touch of orange liqueur and simple syrup balance the drink with brightness and sweetness. It's official — Autumn Haze is the way to enjoy the taste of the season!

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon coarse salt
  • 1 wedge lime, plus more, to taste, for garnish
  • ice cubes, to taste
  • 1 cup tequila
  • 1 cup pomegranate juice, chilled
  • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup orange liqueur
  • 2 tablespoons simple syrup, homemade or store-bought
  • pomegranate arils, optional, to taste, for garnish

Directions

Step 1 -On a small, shallow plate, add the lime zest and the coarse salt and stir to combine.

Step 2 -Run 1 of the lime wedge around the rims of the intended serving glasses.

Step 3 -Dip the lime-coated rims of the serving glasses in the lime zest mixture, twisting the glasses slightly so the rims are completely coated.

Step 4 -Fill the rimmed serving glasses with the ice cubes.

Step 5 -In a pitcher, add the tequila, the pomegranate juice, the lime juice, the orange liqueur, and the simple syrup and stir to combine.

Step 6 -Fill each of the prepared serving glasses evenly with the margarita mixture.

Step 7 -Serve garnished with the arils and the extra lime wedges.

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