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Pickle juice, with attitude.
Tequila: 60 mL (blanco or reposado) Pickle Brine: 30 mL (classic dill works best for a sharp, savory kick) Lime Juice: 30 mL (freshly squeezed) Orange Liqueur: 15–30 mL triple sec or Cointreau Optional Sweetener: 10 mL agave syrup or simple syrup
Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake well. Strain into a glass, add a large ice cube.