"Oldest Photo on My Phone: Cucumber Margarita with Tajín"

This is the Oldest Photo on my Phone, taken on July 22, 2023, and features a Margarita with cucumber and Tajín. Tajín is a popular Mexican seasoning made from a blend of dried chili peppers, lime, and salt. It has a tangy, slightly spicy flavor with a zesty citrusy note. The combination of heat, salt, and acidity makes it perfect for adding that extra kick to a refreshing cocktail like this one.

 My friend, the actor Magnus Boren, and I stumbled upon Tajín while browsing cocktails online. Magnus was rehearsing for *EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE* in Malmö, and I was in Stockholm for *ÄNGLAGÅRD*. Even though we were apart, we both tracked down the spice in our cities and enjoyed a Tajín cocktail together over FaceTime. 

The margarita in the photo perfectly captures that memory. It’s a cucumber margarita with a Tajín rim, refreshing and spicy at the same time. The coolness of the cucumber paired with the zesty lime and the tangy heat of the Tajín made this a summer favorite. The saltiness and spice of the rim highlight the drink’s fresh flavors, and it’s a combination that we’ve both continued to make since.

Here’s how to make it:

Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it in Tajín for that iconic zesty edge. Blend cucumber into a purée, mix it with tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and orange liqueur. Shake it up with ice and strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a cucumber slice and an extra sprinkle of Tajín for that extra kick. It’s a fun way to spice up your classic margarita!

This drink is perfect for warm evenings, Zoom calls with friends, or just when you want to try something unique. I love how simple ingredients can bring people together, even from different cities.

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Make this refreshing margarita and tag a friend you’d love to share it with!