Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240ml) Blanco or Silver Tequila
  • 0.5 cup (120ml) Cointreau or Triple Sec
  • 0.75 cup (180ml) fresh-squeezed lime juice
  • 0.25 cup (60ml) Agave nectar
  • 6 cups fresh ice cubes
  • 1 small strip lime zest
  • 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
  • 0.5 tsp Tajin or chili powder
  • 4 fresh lime wheels

Instructions:

  1. Prep the glasses. Run a lime wedge around the rim of four glasses, then dip them into a mixture of 2 tbsp coarse sea salt and 0.5 tsp Tajin. Note: The Tajin adds a subtle heat that makes the lime pop.
  2. Juice the limes. Squeeze 0.75 cup of fresh lime juice. Do this first so you aren't rushing while the ice is out.
  3. Add liquids to the blender. Pour in 1 cup Blanco Tequila, 0.5 cup Cointreau, 0.75 cup lime juice, and 0.25 cup Agave nectar.
  4. Drop in the zest. Add 1 small strip of lime zest (about 1 inch). Note: This is the secret for that professional, bright citrus aroma.
  5. Add the ice. Dump in 6 cups of fresh ice cubes. Always add ice last to prevent it from melting in the room temp liquid.
  6. Pulse to break. Use the pulse setting 5-6 times until the large chunks are crushed into smaller bits.
  7. Blend on high. Switch to high speed and blend for 45-60 seconds until the mixture looks like a smooth, swirling vortex.
  8. Check consistency. Stop the blender and stir with a long spoon. If it’s too liquid, add another half cup of ice and pulse.
  9. Pour and garnish. Divide the mixture between your salted glasses immediately.
  10. Finish with flair. Top each glass with a fresh lime wheel and serve while the texture is still firm and frosty.