By IANSlife
February 24, 2024 (IANSlife) As 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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