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Prickly Pear Margarita
The Prickly Pear Margarita mixes tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and prickly pear syrup served over ice with a salted rim and lime garnish. The syrup adds a sweet, fruity note to the traditional margarita components, while the fresh lime juice provides brightness. The drink offers a balanced combination of sweet, tart, and smooth alcohol flavors, served chilled for refreshment.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
1
serving
Calories:
228 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- kosher salt
- 1 ½ ounces tequila
- 1 ounce triple sec or cointreau
- 1 ounce lime juice freshly squeezed
- ½ ounce prickly pear syrup
- 1 lime for garnish, slice or wedge
Instructions
- Wet the rim of a margarita glass or tumbler by rubbing a lime wedge around its circumference. Rotate the rim of the glass in kosher salt spread on a flat plate. Fill the glass about halfway with ice cubes.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine tequila, triple sec, freshly squeezed lime juice, and prickly pear syrup. Shake vigorously, then strain into the prepared glass. Garnish the rim with a lime slice or wedge. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Use fresh lime juice rather than bottled to enhance flavor and freshness.
- Store prickly pear syrup in the refrigerator after opening; leftover syrup can be used on pancakes or waffles.
- Silver or blanco tequila is preferred rather than aged varieties for this cocktail.
- Choose a good-quality tequila such as Jose Cuervo instead of lower-grade brands for better flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
228kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Sodium
1123mg
(47%)
Potassium
8mg
(0%)
Sugar
16g
(32%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 228
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 228kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1123mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.