Orange Mint Tequila Cocktail

• Produce

  • 6 Mint, leaves
  • 1/2 Orange
  • 2 Oranges, Zest and juice from

• Condiments

  • 1 1/2 oz Syrup, Orange

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 cup Sugar

• Drinks

  • 1 Club soda

• Frozen

  • 1 Ice

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

  • 1 Tequila

• Liquids

  • 1 cup Water

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Ingredients

• Zest and juice from 2 oranges
• Sugar - 1 cup
• Water - 1 cup
• ½ orange, cut in half
• 6-7 mint leaves
• Orange syrup - 1.5 ounces (3 tablespoons)
• Tequila (I used Avion Reposado) - 2.5 ounces
• Ice
• Club soda

Directions

• Orange Syrup Situation: In a small saucepan combine orange zest, juice, water, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until sugar is completely dissolved. Turn off the stove and allow the syrup to come to room temperature. Strain syrup into a jar with a tight fitting lid and store in the refrigerator until ready to use. Discard the zest. Cocktail Situation: Add the orange pieces, mint, and the orange syrup to a glass. Muddle the orange pieces, mint, and syrup until the orange has released its juice and the mint has released its oils. Add the tequila and stir to combine. Fill glass with ice and add a splash of (or top with) club soda. Drink, yo.