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Margarita Madness: Top Margarita Mixes to try

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Passionfruit to Mezcal

By IANSlife

February 24, 2024 (IANSlifeAs we step into spring, nothing beats sipping on a chilled Margarita on a balmy afternoon. Try these recipes out.

BLUE PEA LAVENDER SLUSH

Ingredients

  • Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila 60ml
  • Blue Pea Lavender Tea 20ml
  • Lime Juice 15ml
  • Orange Peel

Method

  • Brew the blue pea lavender tea according to the instructions on the package and allow it to cool completely.
  • Once the tea is cooled, pour it into a blender.
  • Add the Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila and lime juice to the blender.
  • Blend the mixture until smooth.
  • Taste the mixture and adjust the flavors as desired by adding more lime juice or sweetener.
  • Pour the slushy mixture into a chilled glass.
  • Garnish with a twist of orange peel on the rim of the glass.

 

MEZCAL BERRY MARGARITA

Ingredients

  • Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila 45ml
  • Mezcal 20ml
  • Orange Liqueur 15ml
  • Lime Juice 15ml
  • Strawberry

Method

  • In a shaker, combine the Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila, Mezcal, Orange Liqueur, and Lime Juice.
  • Add a handful of ice to the shaker.
  • Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
  • Strain the margarita into a chilled glass filled with ice.
  • Garnish the margarita with a fresh strawberry. You can slice it and place it on the rim of the glass or simply drop it into the drink.
  • Optionally, you can also rim the glass with salt or sugar before pouring in the margarita mixture for added flavour and presentation.

 

INDICANO

Ingredients

  • Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila 60ml
  • Sweet Tamarind 4-5
  • Orange Liqueur 15ml
  • Fresh Lime Juice 15ml
  • Basmati Rice Syrup 20ml

Method

  • Start by preparing the sweet tamarind. Remove the seeds and any fibres from the tamarind pods.
  • In a shaker, muddle the sweet tamarind pieces until they are well mashed.
  • Add the Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila, Orange Liqueur, Fresh Lime Juice, and Basmati Rice Syrup to the shaker.
  • Fill the shaker with ice.
  • Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
  • Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with ice. Optionally, garnish with a slice of lime or a tamarind pod for presentation.

 

PASSION FRUIT MARGARITA

Ingredients

  • Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila 60ml
  • Passion Fruit 20ml
  • Jalapeño Brine 15ml

Method

  • In a shaker, combine Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila, passion fruit juice or puree, and jalapeño brine.
  • Fill the shaker with ice.
  • Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill it thoroughly.
  • Strain the margarita into a salt-rimmed glass filled with ice.
  • Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.
  • Optionally, you can also add a slice of jalapeño for extra spice and garnish.

 

 

 

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