One of the earliest stories is of the margarita being invented in 1938 by Carlos “Danny” Herrera at his restaurant Rancho La Gloria, halfway between Tijuana and Rosarito, Baja California, created for customer and former Ziegfeld dancer Marjorie King, who was allergic to many spirits, but not to tequila.
There are two types of tequila you’re probably aware of, blanco (or silver) and reposado. Blanco tequila is unaged tequila that is clear, strong and the usual choice for margaritas. Reposado tequila, on the other hand, is aged in oak barrels for up to 12 months, giving it a golden colour and more mellow flavour.
Margarita ~ Thrice
Ingredients
Classic
Mezcal
Sour
Instructions
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Classic: Combine all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add the ice, then shake for 10 to 12 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty cold. Strain into a rocks glass over ice. Garnish with a wedge of lime.
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Mezcal: Combine all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add the ice, then shake for 10 to 12 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty cold. Strain into coupe or cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wedge. Sour: Combine all the ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add the ice, then shake for 10 to 12 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty cold. Strain into a rocks glass over ice. Garnish with a wedge of lime.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 214.88kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.02g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.00g0%
- Sodium 0.75mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 13.22g5%
- Dietary Fiber 0.00g0%
- Sugars 11.11g
- Protein 0.09g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
