Use this simple recipe for the next best margarita, or to sweeten your summer iced coffee  🍹

MOLE SIMPLE SYRUP 

makes 1 cup

Ingredients:

¾ cup water 

¾ cup dark brown sugar

2 tbsp mole negro starter

Directions:

1. Place all the ingredients in a small sauce pan. Set to medium-high heat while stirring constantly. Bring to a simmer.
2. Remove from heat once brought up to a simmer. Place the syrup in the refrigerator to cool down.
3. Once cooled down, pass the mixture through cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer to remove the solids.

TO MAKE A MOLE MARGARITA:

1 oz mole simple syrup

1 ½ oz fresh lime juice

2 oz tequila

1. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add all ingredients to the shaker and shake vigorously for 5 seconds.
2. Strain the mix into a chilled glass and garnish with lime and salt if desired.