Color Changing Margaritas (Print-Friendly Version)
Bright margaritas with vibrant purple ice cubes from natural cabbage infusion, offering a fresh twist on a classic drink.
# Ingredients:
→ Color-Changing Ice Cubes
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2 cups sliced purple cabbage
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4 cups boiling water
→ Cocktail
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8 fl oz blanco tequila
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4 fl oz triple sec
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3 fl oz freshly squeezed lime juice
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1 cup lemonade
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4 lime wedges, for garnish
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1/4 cup kosher salt or coarse sea salt, for rimming glasses
# Steps:
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Place sliced purple cabbage in a large heatproof bowl and pour boiling water over it. Let steep until the water turns deep blue, approximately 5 minutes. Strain out the cabbage and allow the liquid to cool completely.
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Once the cabbage-infused water has cooled, pour it into ice cube trays and freeze until solid, around 4 hours.
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Combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and lemonade in a medium pitcher or measuring cup. Stir to integrate.
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Moisten the rims of serving glasses with a lime wedge, then dip them into kosher or coarse sea salt to coat evenly.
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Place purple cabbage ice cubes into each prepared glass. Pour the margarita mixture over the ice and garnish each glass with a lime wedge before serving.
# Notes & Tips:
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Purple cabbage imparts vivid color to the ice cubes without altering the flavor. Use any preferred blanco tequila for optimal balance.