Cocktail

For extra-slushy Margaritas, freeze the drinks in the blender jar at least thirty minutes and up to one hour; stir, if necessary, before serving. Instead of using salt, coat the glass rims with superfine sugar: Run a lime wedge along the rims to moisten, then dip them into a shallow saucer of sugar.

For a cold version of this cocktail, pour rum over ice in a large glass and top off with apple juice or sparkling cider.

Just a touch of cassis adds sweetness and berry flavor to this lemony drink.