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Plum Margarita  Plum Margarita Recipe Guide: Let Me Show You How I Make It

Plum Margarita 

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Course Drinks
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • Equipment needed: Blender, cocktail shaker, strainer, jigger (or measuring cup), muddler, glasses, knife, cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • Here’s what you’ll need to make two Plum Margaritas:
  • 2 ripe plums pitted and chopped
  • 4 oz silver tequila
  • 2 oz fresh lime juice about 2 limes
  • 1 oz triple sec or any orange liqueur
  • 1 oz agave syrup or honey for a sweeter taste
  • Ice cubes
  • Salt for rimming the glass optional
  • Lime wedges for garnish
  • Plum slices for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Step-by-Step Method
  • Prepare the glass:
  • Start by rimming your glass with salt (optional). Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip it into a plate of salt. This adds a salty contrast to the sweetness of the plums and lime.
  • Blend the plums:
  • Take the pitted and chopped plums and blend them in a blender until smooth. If you don’t want any pulp, you can strain the mixture, but I personally love the texture it gives. From my own personal experience, the plum pulp adds a richer flavor!
  • Mix the ingredients:
  • In a cocktail shaker, add the blended plum puree, tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and agave syrup. Fill the shaker halfway with ice.
  • Shake it up:
  • Shake well for about 20-30 seconds until the ingredients are chilled and well-combined. This helps the flavors blend beautifully together.
  • Strain and serve:
  • Strain the mixture into your prepared glasses over fresh ice. Add a slice of lime and plum for garnish to make it look as good as it tastes!
  • Variations and Tips
  • Frozen Plum Margarita: For a refreshing frozen twist, instead of shaking the mixture, blend all the ingredients with ice to create a frozen margarita. You’ll get a slushie-like texture, perfect for hot days.
  • Spicy Plum Margarita: If you like a little heat, muddle a few slices of fresh jalapeño in the cocktail shaker before adding the other ingredients. It’ll give the drink a spicy kick that balances nicely with the sweetness of the plums.
  • No Tequila, No Problem: If tequila isn’t your thing, you can substitute it with vodka for a different but equally delicious twist. The flavors of plum and lime still shine through.
  • Dietary Substitutions:
  • Low-sugar version: Use a sugar-free sweetener instead of agave syrup to cut down on calories.
  • Vegan: This recipe is already vegan, but if using honey, make sure to swap it for agave syrup to keep it plant-based.