Prickly Pear Margarita Recipe
Written by Take advantage of this prickly pear margarita recipe! The blend of Tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and prickly pear puree creates an unforgettable autumn cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 229
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Tequila
- ½ oz Triple Sec
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz prickly pear syrup
- Ice cubes
- Salt - for rimming, optional
- Lime wheel - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Margarita Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Shaker
- Strainer
Instructions
- Chill Glass: Chill your margarita glass using some ice.
- Add Lime Juice: Squeeze into the shaker 1 oz lime juice.
- Add Prickly Pear Syrup: Pour in 1 oz prickly pear syrup.
- Add Triple Sec: Measure and pour ½ oz Triple Sec into the shaker.
- Add Tequila: Pour 1½ oz Tequila into the shaker.
- Rim Glass: If you like a salted rim, run a lime wedge around the edge of your glass and dip it into salt.
- Fill Shaker: Add ice cubes to your shaker.
- Shake It Up: Give everything a good shake until well-mixed and chilled.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into your prepared glass over fresh ice
- Garnish: Add a lime wheel, and enjoy.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Tequila: If you're out of Tequila, try using mezcal for a smoky twist or vodka for a neutral base.
- Triple Sec: You can use any orange liqueur like Grand Marnier, orange curacao or Cointreau.
- Prickly Pear Syrup: If you can't find prickly pear syrup, try making your own by simmering the pulp of prickly pear fruit with sugar and water until it reduces to syrup. Alternatively, you can use grenadine for a different but delicious fruity flavor.
Making a Pitcher of Prickly Pear Margarita:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of Tequila, 4 oz of triple sec, 8 oz of lime juice, and 8 oz of prickly pear syrup.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and prickly pear syrup with ice cubes. Stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into ice-filled margarita glasses, garnish with a lime wheel, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; several brands are available that mimic Tequila's flavor.
- Triple Sec Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic orange extract or make a simple syrup infused with orange peel.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.