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    6 May 19, 2016 Alcohol  |   Jump to Recipe

    Cucumber Rosemary Margarita Recipe

    You guys, summer is almost here!! And I’ve got some exciting news to share along with a perfect summer margarita recipe.

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    Cucumber Rosemary Margarita

    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!

    Cucumber Rosemary Margarita Ingredients

    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!!

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    Cucumber Rosemary Margarita

    Cucumber Rosemary Margarita Recipe

    by Brandon Matzek
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    Servings 1 cocktail

    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
     

    • 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.
    Tried this recipe?Tag @brandiego on Instagram so I can check it out!

    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:

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    Categories: Alcohol Tags: cucumber, lime, orange liqueur, rosemary, tequila

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    Comments

    1. Abby @ Heart of a Baker says

      May 20, 2016 at 6:44 am

      Congrats! I’m working towards making that transition and it’s a scary one, but so exciting! Cheers to the big change!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        May 23, 2016 at 7:28 am

        Thanks Abby! I definitely thought about the job change extensively. Sometimes you just have to take a risk!

        Reply
    2. Sara @ Cake Over Steak says

      May 20, 2016 at 9:20 am

      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!!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        May 23, 2016 at 7:27 am

        Thanks so much Sara!!

        Reply
    3. Mama2one says

      May 20, 2016 at 10:06 am

      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!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        May 23, 2016 at 7:24 am

        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.

        Reply
    4. Liz says

      May 20, 2016 at 7:32 pm

      So proud of your Brandon!!! Well have to get together and do Simple Swap Tapas to go with this! !! Very proud of you! #cheers

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        May 23, 2016 at 7:15 am

        Thanks so much Liz!!! Yes, we should do a little party. I might host something at my house in July.

        Reply
    5. Sophie ~ A Kitchen In Uganda says

      May 21, 2016 at 1:24 pm

      Congratulations! It is such a huge accomplishment and I am so happy for you.

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        May 23, 2016 at 7:12 am

        Thanks Sophie!!

        Reply
    6. Heather says

      May 22, 2016 at 3:40 pm

      Congrats! That is awesome!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        May 23, 2016 at 7:10 am

        Thanks Heather!!

        Reply
    7. Averie @ Averie Cooks says

      May 23, 2016 at 8:22 am

      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!

      Reply
      • Brandon Matzek says

        June 29, 2016 at 3:12 pm

        Thanks so much Averie!! You’ve always been an inspiration 🙂

        Reply

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