Guava Margarita: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic

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Guava Margarita

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Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Equipment

• Equipment Needed:
• Cocktail shaker
• Jigger (for measuring)
• Strainer
• Glasses (margarita or rocks glasses)
• Ice

Ingredients

  

• Ingredients
• For the Cocktail:
• 3 oz guava juice fresh or bottled
• 2 oz tequila preferably blanco
• 1 oz fresh lime juice about 1 lime
• 1 oz triple sec or other orange liqueur
• Optional: 1/2 oz agave syrup if you prefer a sweeter drink
• For Garnish:
• Lime wedges
• Coarse salt or Tajín for rimming the glass
• Fresh guava slices optional

Instructions

 

• Method
• Prepare Your Glass:
• If you like a salted rim, rub a lime wedge around the edge of your glass and dip it into coarse salt or Tajín. Set aside.
• Mix the Ingredients:
• In a cocktail shaker, combine the guava juice, tequila, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and agave syrup (if using). Fill the shaker with ice.
• Shake It Up:
• Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
• Strain and Serve:
• Strain the mixture into your prepared glass filled with ice (or straight up, depending on your preference).
• Garnish:
• Add a lime wedge and a slice of fresh guava for a beautiful presentation.
• Variations
• Frozen Guava Margarita: Blend the ingredients with ice for a slushy version.
• Spicy Guava Margarita: Muddle some jalapeños in the shaker before adding the other ingredients for a spicy kick.
• Guava Mocktail: Omit the tequila and triple sec, and use sparkling water instead for a refreshing non-alcoholic version.

Keyword Cocktail, Guava Margarita

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Meal Facts

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Time to Stand: 5 minutes (for chilling)
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Ease of Cooking: Easy
• Servings: 2
• Calories: Approximately 150 calories per serving
• Cost of Ingredients: Around $15 (depending on local prices)
• Equipment Needed:
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger (for measuring)
  • Strainer
  • Glasses (margarita or rocks glasses)
  • Ice
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Ingredients

• For the Cocktail:
  • 3 oz guava juice (fresh or bottled)
  • 2 oz tequila (preferably blanco)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 1 oz triple sec (or other orange liqueur)
  • Optional: 1/2 oz agave syrup (if you prefer a sweeter drink)
• For Garnish:
  • Lime wedges
  • Coarse salt or Tajín (for rimming the glass)
  • Fresh guava slices (optional)
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Method

1. Prepare Your Glass:
   If you like a salted rim, rub a lime wedge around the edge of your glass and dip it into coarse salt or Tajín. Set aside.
2. Mix the Ingredients:
   In a cocktail shaker, combine the guava juice, tequila, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and agave syrup (if using). Fill the shaker with ice.
3. Shake It Up:
   Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
4. Strain and Serve:
   Strain the mixture into your prepared glass filled with ice (or straight up, depending on your preference).
5. Garnish:
   Add a lime wedge and a slice of fresh guava for a beautiful presentation.

Variations

• Frozen Guava Margarita: Blend the ingredients with ice for a slushy version.
• Spicy Guava Margarita: Muddle some jalapeños in the shaker before adding the other ingredients for a spicy kick.
• Guava Mocktail: Omit the tequila and triple sec, and use sparkling water instead for a refreshing non-alcoholic version.

Tips and Substitutions

• Dietary Needs: For a gluten-free option, ensure the tequila and triple sec are gluten-free. Agave syrup is a good sugar substitute for those watching their sugar intake.
• Guava Juice: If guava juice is hard to find, you can substitute with passion fruit juice or pineapple juice for a similar tropical flavor.
• Adjusting Sweetness: Taste the mix before serving. If it’s too tart, add a little more agave syrup or guava juice.
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Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 0g
• Sodium: 5mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 18g
• Sugars: 12g
• Protein: 0g

Troubleshooting Tips

• Too Tart: If your margarita turns out too tart, simply add a little more agave syrup or guava juice.
• Not Chilled Enough: Make sure to shake the mixture well with enough ice to get it nicely chilled. If serving frozen, blend with plenty of ice.