As the vibrant energy of spring fills the air, it's the perfect time to refresh and rejuvenate not just your body, but your spirit as well. What better way to welcome the season of renewal than with a selection of clean cocktails that not only taste great but also offer a burst of revitalizing ingredients? Say goodbye to heavy winter drinks and hello to these spring-inspired concoctions designed to ignite your metabolism, lower inflammation, elevate immunity, and boost beauty from the inside out. Let's dive into these revitalizing recipes!
Ignite Metabolism: The Basil Jalapeño Margarita
Ingredients:
1/2 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice
1/2 large green jalapeño pepper, sliced thin
2 ounces silver tequila
2 ounces honey
2 tablespoons sea salt
2 lime wedges for garnish
1/4 cup muddled basil
Instructions:
In the bottom of a pitcher, muddle the jalapeño slices and basil with the lime juice. Press down 10-12 times with a muddler.
Add tequila and honey, stirring until thoroughly combined or until all the honey is dissolved.
Alternatively, blend all ingredients. Garnish with fresh lime and salt.
Lower Inflammation: The Ginger Mint Margarita
Ingredients:
1 1/2 ounces ginger simple syrup (fresh ginger is even better!)
1 1/2 ounces tequila
6 large mint leaves
4 tablespoons lime juice
Zest of 1 orange (approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons)
2 lime wedges for garnish
Instructions:
In a mixing glass, muddle simple syrup, tequila, and mint leaves. Pour into a glass half-filled with ice and add lime juice, orange zest, and lime wedges.
Shake until the tin is frosted, then strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Elevate Immunity: The Tequila Sunrise
Ingredients:
2 oz. tequila
4 oz. freshly squeezed orange juice
1 oz. freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
1 tsp. organic honey
Instructions:
Shake tequila and citrus juice well with cracked ice, then strain into a large, chilled cocktail glass.
Add grenadine and stir gently to produce layers of oranges and reds.
Boost Beauty: The Raspberry Smash
Ingredients:
2 ounces tequila
1/4 cup muddled raspberries
3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
3/4 ounce honey
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled cocktail or martini glass. Garnish with fresh raspberries.
These spring clean cocktails not only delight the senses but also nourish your body with fresh, vibrant ingredients. So, gather your friends, raise a glass, and toast to the season of renewal with these revitalizing libations. Here's to a spring filled with health, happiness, and vibrant spirits! Cheers!