‘Cocktail Chameleon’ Author Mark Addison Shares 3 Margarita Recipes Perfect for the Start of Summer

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It’s 5 o’clock at Us Weekly! Cocktail Guru Mark Addison is showing Us three ways to mix up our margaritas this summer and how to take your favorite summer cocktail up a few notches.

Whether you like your sips more sweet or more savory, he’s got the perfect match for you. Watch the exclusive video above to see how it’s done and scroll down for full recipes.His signature “Markarita” is a “refreshing twist on the classic drink that still remains true to its sunny, south-of-the-border origins,” while the “Dahlia” margarita celebrates the national flower of Mexico and exudes floral notes through the drink from its pink color to the use of elderflower liqueur.If you want to really impress your guests, try the “Margarita Flora,” which “has a delightful bouquet of hibiscus tea, homemade honey lavender syrup and a splash of rose water.”For these recipes and more like them, pick up Addison’s Cocktail Chameleon.

To up your own cocktail game even more, pick up his new Salt Collection.Dahia MargaritaMakes 1 drinkINGREDIENTS:Floral SaltAgave Nectar1 1/2 oz blanco tequila1 oz elderflower liqueur2 oz fresh pink grapefruit juice1/2 oz fresh lime juice1 dahlia flower, or substitute an orchid or nasturtium flowerINSTRUCTIONS:Place the flower in the ice mold, fill with room temperature water and freeze overnight or until completely solid.Pour a thin layer of agave syrup on a small plate and spread a thin layer of the Floral Salt on another small plate.Dip half the rim of the glass in the agave nectar and roll in the Floral Salt.Fill the shaker with ice and add all the ingredients, shaking until well chilled.Place floral ice sphere in the glass and strain in the contents of the shaker.Margarita FloraMakes 1 drinkINGREDIENTS:Floral Salt1 oz.