Best of the Boat craft cocktail: Laundry’s Fiery Margarita

Laundry’s Fiery Margarita was voted Best Craft Cocktail. (courtesy photo)
When The Laundry’s Tod “JJ” Johnson conceived the bar’s drink list, the Fiery Margarita was the first.
“It was invented at 3 a.m.,” Johnson said.
The margarita is unique in its use of flavors. It includes a high-end Sauza tequila infused with red pepper, green pepper, garlic, jalapeno and one habanero for just the right kick. Add a cilantro/lemongrass simple syrup, fresh lime juice and a splash of fresh-squeezed orange juice and it’s as good as libations get.
The drink became a hit instantly among regulars and has since become the restaurant’s best selling cocktail.
“It just has an incredible balance of heat and sweetness,” Johnson said.
Best Craft Cocktail
• Winner: Laundry’s Fiery Margarita
• Runners-up: Sunpie’s Bistro’s hurricane and Low Country Kitchen’s old fashioned

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