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Ingredientes
- 1 1/2 ounces Tequila
- 2 oz pomegranate juice
- 2 oz orange liqueur
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 ounces simple syrup (equal parts water and sugar, brought to a boil until sugar dissolves and cooled before using)
- Margarita salt for rimming (I like to combine equal parts coarse salt and sugar)
- Lime sections and pomegranate arils (optional) for garnish
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 255g | |
| Calories 328 | |
| Calories from Fat 2 | 1% |
| Total Fat 0.18g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.05g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 192mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 26.11g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugars 22.14g | 15% |
| Protein 0.31g | 0% |
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