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Cinco de Mayo Cocktails (With & Without Tequila) - Queen of the Food Age
On Cinco de Mayo, most people look forward to consuming large quantities of margaritas (myself included). If you’re trying to avoid the crowds at your local taqueria or margarita slinger, it’s easy to celebrate at home! So whether you’re a Patrón Pro or prefer to avoid tequila (and I can relate. Tequila and I had to take some time apart after I graduated from college), these are some cocktails that are sure to add a little spice to your fiesta! Con Tequila (With Tequila) Basic Margarita 2 oz. 1800® Silver 1 oz. Lime Juice ½ oz. Agave Syrup ½ oz. Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice Combine all ingredients in a shaker, shake and strain into salted Rocks glass. Garnish with Lime Wedge. The Jalapeño Margarita 2 oz. Tequila 1 oz. Grand Marnier 1 lime, juiced 0.5 oz. Agave Nectar ¼ jalapeno, seeded and diced Add ingredients to a shaker with ice. Cover and shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is frosted. Strain and serve into prepared glass. Alternately, add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Matador 1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce) fresh lime juice 3 tablespoons (1 1/2 ounces) white tequila 1/4 cup (2 ounces) unsweetened pineapple juice 1/2 […]