Fresh Prickly Pear Margaritas

For the prickly pear syrup, scoop the flesh out of the Prickly Pears (2) and roughly chop it. Combine it with the Water (360 mL) and Granulated Sugar (100 g) in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes. Strain out solids.

To salt the glasses, prepare one plate with a bit of water, and another plate with a handful of Salt (to taste). Dip the glass in water plate, then dip the glass on the salt plate.

Slice 1/4 inch off of each end of the Lime (1) and cut it in half, lengthwise. Set one of the halves cut side-down​​ on the cutting board, slice it at an angle, lengthwise to make lime wedges and set aside.

For each drink, combine 1 oz of the prickly pear syrup, plus the juice from Limes (1 1/2), Tequila (4 Tbsp), Orange (1/4) and Cointreau (3 tsp) in a cocktail shaker. Add a scoop of Ice (1 handful) and shake for 10 seconds. Serve over ice with extra Lime Wedge and Fresh Mint (1 sprig).