
Smoky Citrus Margarita

Charred citrus juice, an ancho chile spirit (Ancho Reyes), and a spicy rim make this margarita a force to be reckoned with. If you can't find Ancho Reyes, swap in an equal amount of tequila or mezcal for a less spicy (but still spectacular) result. A mix of citrus varieties may result in a different yield, but don't fret, you'll measure 2 ounces for each round of drinks (and you can drink any leftovers).
Smoky Citrus Margarita
Servings
2
Prep Time
5-10 minutes
Charred citrus juice, an ancho chile spirit (Ancho Reyes), and a spicy rim make this margarita a force to be reckoned with. If you can't find Ancho Reyes, swap in an equal amount of tequila or mezcal for a less spicy (but still spectacular) result.
A mix of citrus varieties may result in a different yield, but don't fret, you'll measure 2 ounces for each round of drinks (and you can drink any leftovers).

Ingredients
4 large oranges (or a mix of oranges, blood oranges, tangerines, grapefruit or satsumas)
2 ounces silver tequila
1 1/2 ounces Ancho Reyes
2 ounces Cointreau
2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar
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2 tablespoons Wing Magic seasoning
For Drink
For Border Dust
Directions
Prepare a charcoal grill for two-zone cooking and build a medium fire. When the coals are glowing red and covered with a fine gray ash, add a chunk of hardwood to the perimeter of the fire. Clean the grates well, then oil them.
Halve two of the oranges (or another citrus fruit) horizontally, and grill it cut-side down over direct heat until dark char marks appear, about 2 minutes. Slice the other oranges into 1/4-inch rounds and grill until charred on one side, about 1 minute.
Whisk together the salt, sugar, and Wing Magic in a bowl. Place the Border Dust on a small plate. Juice the orange halves. Moisten the rim of two rocks glass and dip them in the Border Dust to coat.
Combine the tequila, Ancho Reyes, Cointreau, 1 ounce of the charred citrus juice and the lime juice in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously.
Fill the salt-rimmed glasses with ice and strain the margarita into the glass. Garnish with 1/2 round of charred orange.
Recipe Note
Store Border Dust leftovers in a tightly sealed jar for your next round of cocktails (or up to 1 month).
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