You guys, summer is almost here!! And I’ve got some exciting news to share along with a perfect summer margarita recipe.
Last month, I mentioned that I was making a big transition in my life. As of early May, I am officially a full time food blogger and photographer!! This was a tough decision, because I really did enjoy working for Westfield. However, since last year, the blog has steadily been growing in readership (thanks to all of you!) and financially (thanks to the many wonderful sponsors I work with!), and I finally felt comfortable making the jump. Now I’m so excited to dedicate my full attention to this space and all of you. Thanks so much for your continued support!
I’m going to spend May in transition mode, and starting in June, I’ll be posting more recipes each week. If you’d like me to tackle a particular recipe, cocktail or cuisine, please let me know in the comments below or email me here. Now, on to the margarita!
The base of this Cucumber Rosemary Margarita is bright and citrusy Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila. Cucumber slices and rosemary needles are muddled first to create a cool, herbaceous flavor base. Fresh lime juice and homemade lemon lime syrup complement the tequila while providing balance. Orange liquor is also added to amp up the citrus notes while giving the cocktail a note of familiarity. Served on the rocks, the finished margarita is a crisp and refreshing escape on a warm summer day.
Before we get to the recipe, I’d like to make a little transition toast. A cheers to the next chapter if you will. Thanks again to all my readers, sponsors, friends, family, and fellow bloggers who have supported, helped and encouraged me over the years. I wouldn’t be where I am today without all of you. Cheers!!
Cucumber Rosemary Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cucumber slices
- 1 small pinch of fresh rosemary needles
- 2 ounces Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila
- 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
- 3/4 ounce orange liqueur
- 1/2 ounce lemon lime syrup (simple syrup works here as well)
Rosemary sprig, for garnish
Cucumber slice, for garnish
Instructions
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Place cucumber slices and rosemary in a cocktail shaker, and muddle to release flavors and oils. Add tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur and syrup along with ice. Cap the shaker, and shake until well chilled. Strain into a short tumbler filled with ice. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and slice of cucumber.
This post was written in partnership with Olmeca Altos Tequila. All thoughts, opinions and recipes are my own. Connect with Olmeca Altos Tequila on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Check out some other cocktail recipes made with Olmeca Altos Tequila on Kitchen Konfidence:
Spicy Paloma
Bonfire Margarita
Abby @ Heart of a Baker says
Congrats! I’m working towards making that transition and it’s a scary one, but so exciting! Cheers to the big change!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Abby! I definitely thought about the job change extensively. Sometimes you just have to take a risk!
Sara @ Cake Over Steak says
Congrats on this new life chapter!!! I always love the work you do, so I’m excited to see even more awesome content on your blog. Good luck!!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks so much Sara!!
Mama2one says
I am so excited to see more of you in my inbox! I love the drink recipes (mama like a good drink) and the pictures are beautiful. I would love to see pictures of your food at the table being shared.
I am inspired by your work! Keep the pictures and commentary coming!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks so much, and I’m really glad you love my recipes/photos. Great suggestion on the table photos! I’ll see if I can work more in.
Liz says
So proud of your Brandon!!! Well have to get together and do Simple Swap Tapas to go with this! !! Very proud of you! #cheers
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks so much Liz!!! Yes, we should do a little party. I might host something at my house in July.
Sophie ~ A Kitchen In Uganda says
Congratulations! It is such a huge accomplishment and I am so happy for you.
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Sophie!!
Heather says
Congrats! That is awesome!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Heather!!
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
Major congrats to you on all you’ve accomplished and how your blog has grown to the point that it’s now your one and only gig!! So happy for you and can’t wait to see what you conquer in this next chapter! Cheers to that!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks so much Averie!! You’ve always been an inspiration 🙂