Best Guava Margarita (Print out)

A zesty guava and lime drink mixed with tequila, agave syrup, and orange liqueur for a refreshing treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Margarita

01 - 4 oz premium tequila (blanco or reposado)
02 - 2 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
03 - 4 oz fresh guava juice, strained
04 - 1.5 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
05 - 0.5 oz agave syrup
06 - Ice cubes

→ Garnish

07 - Lime wedges or wheels
08 - Coarse sea salt or Tajín for rim (optional)
09 - Guava slices (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Run a lime wedge around the rims of two rocks glasses and dip them into coarse salt or Tajín to coat the edges evenly.
02 - Fill both prepared glasses with ice cubes to temperature-condition the vessels.
03 - In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, orange liqueur, fresh guava juice, lime juice, and agave syrup. Add a handful of ice to the shaker.
04 - Shake vigorously for approximately 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and properly aerated.
05 - Strain the margarita evenly into the prepared glasses over the existing ice.
06 - Garnish each serving with a lime wheel and, if desired, a guava slice for visual appeal.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes
  • Perfect balance of sweet guava, zesty lime, and premium tequila
  • A tropical twist on the classic margarita
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free
  • Easily customizable to your sweetness preference
02 -
  • Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the brightest flavor
  • For best flavor, use freshly squeezed guava juice from ripe guavas
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving for an extra-cold cocktail
  • Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing agave syrup according to taste
  • For a spicier kick, add a thin jalapeño slice to the shaker
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