Prickly Pear Margarita
The tart and subtly sweet taste of prickly pears brings a delightful and refreshing element to the traditional margarita. The vibrant red hue of the prickly pear margarita adds a visual appeal that further enhances its allure. With the growing appreciation for craft cocktails and innovative flavors, the prickly pear margarita has found its place among the favored variations, offering a taste that pays homage to the rich heritage of the cactus fruit.
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1.5 oz prickly pear fruit syrup
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 lime wedge optional
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Rim glass with salt (optional) by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into the salt.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, prickly pear syrup, lime juice, and ice and shake vigorously to blend all ingredients.
- Fill the prepared glass with ice and strain the margarita into it.
Notes
To serve blended, add ingredients with 1 cup of ice in a blender and blend.
Feel free to adjust the ingredient quantities and sweetness levels according to your taste preferences.
TIP – For extra visual and flavor, add a piece of Desert USA’s Prickly Pear Sour Candy to the rim of the glass.