National Margarita Day: Prickly Pear Margarita

February 22, 2013

Indulge on national margarita day with this exotic prickly pear margarita.  Bright pink, tart, and delicious this cocktail is shaken with 100% agave tequila, orange liquor, prickly pear juice and frozen limeade.  Prickly pear juice can be found at a well-stocked liquor store, online or Latin market. 

SAUZA® Prickly Pear Margarita

Ingredients:
8 parts Sauza® Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
4 parts JDK & Sons™ O3 Premium Orange Liqueur
1 can Frozen Limeade
6 parts Prickly Pear Cactus Puree or Juice
4 cups Crushed Ice

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a blender. Pulse until all the ice is completely blended. Taste and add sugar or lime juice if you want more sweet or sour. Pour into salt-rimmed margarita glasses and garnish with a lime wedge. (Serves 8)

 

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