Plus, it has a really cool history and unique origin. Look at it this way, tequila is one fun spirit to drink and to add to cocktails. One tequila, two tequila, three tequila….FLOOR! That’s how it goes when you’re on the margarita train. Garnish the rim of the glass with pineapple wedges and an extra red chili or lime wedge and jalapeño slice.

Strain the cocktail equally into each glass. Next, fill a Boston shaker halfway with ice then add tequila, pineapple juice, Cointreau, spicy simple syrup, and lime juice to the cocktail shaker.įit the shaker lid on tight, then shake vigorously until the shaker feels cold and is frosty.

Moisten the rims of two rocks glasses with lime juice, then rim glass by rotating each glass upside down in the mixture on the plate. Spread the salt mixture on a small plate. Once you have the spicy simple syrup on hand, all you need to do is get the glasses ready.Ī salt rim is the most traditional way to serve a margarita, though we love to add a bit of sugar and spice to ours, especially for serving spicy margaritas.įor the rimmer: Mix 2 tbsp kosher salt with 2 tbsp granulated sugar and 1 tbsp chili lime seasoning. Looking for a non-alcoholic drink? Try this Lemon Blueberry Mocktail.Though this Spicy Pineapple Margarita is quite similar to a regular Pineapple Margarita, there are a few extra steps involved. This Ensenada Chicken Platter is a reader favorite and I know why! It's flavorful and easy to prepare, and the perfect complement to a margarita. Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice is the perfect complement to grilled meats or to use as a base for burritos or burrito bowls. A popular Mexican dish, try this elote bowl salad version. These Spicy Chicken Tacos with Avocado Cream Sauce are fresh with a lot of crunch! What to serve with this margarita recipeĪnything! Mexican is classic to pair with a good margarita cocktail, try one of these recipes. For an even more subtle flavor, simply add a pepper slice or two to the shaker, shake cocktail, and remove before serving. Add a little jalapeno pepper or serrano pepper to your margarita for a bit of a kick! Muddle the peppers in your cocktail glass (just a little bit- too spicy will overpower the drink). Try this tamarind margarita recipe for a fun twist. This will make for a sweeter cocktail and would be a great brunch option! You can either choose to completely substitute the fresh lime juice for fresh orange juice, or you can do half and half. It will obviously not be as sweet, but with a quality tequila like casamigos, and fresh lime juice, you will still have yourself a delicious cocktail. To do this, all you have to do is forgo the simple syrup.

Shake vigorously, and pour into a salt-rimmed glass.

Measure out ingredients and add to a cocktail shaker with a cup of ice.

Check out my recipe for a super quick demerara simple syrup.Ī shaken margarita is simple to create, simply: This is technically optional, but I do like a little sweetness to my margaritas. Plus, you can always cut up a lime wedge for garnish. It takes less than a minute and has a big pay off. Again ,there are so few ingredients, that quality matters. SLOW COOKING: Our agave piñas are roasted in a process that includes traditional brick ovens. EXTRA SLOW FERMENTATION: Our unique flavor is the result of a painstakingly slow process. Use your favorite, generally triple sec or cointreau are the most popular. AGAVE: Our agaves are 100 Blue Weber from the rich clay soil of the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. I love their casamigos blanco tequila best, but you can also use mezcal for a different flavor profile. I can’t take credit for this recipe- it’s all my husband’s doing. Get ready for summer with a glass or a pitcher to share! Ingredients This Casamigos Margarita recipe is as classic as they come, poured over ice, not blended. That's why I always use casamigos, they have the best blanco tequila for margaritas.

Because of a margarita's simplicity, the tequila you use is important. There is just something about that fresh squeezed lime juice and tequila, that is equal parts refreshing and warming.

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