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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Kosher salt
- Sugar
- 2 ounces Orange liqueur
- 2 ounces fresh lime juice
- 3 ounces blood orange juice (2-3 oranges)
- 3 ounces tequila, preferably reposado
- salt for the rim, lime/orange wedges for garnish
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 419g | |
| Calories 739 | |
| Calories from Fat 0 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.04g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.01g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 70mg | 2% |
| Total Carbs 107.55g | 29% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 103.67g | 69% |
| Protein 0.24g | 0% |
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