Margaritas

Picture your toes in the sand, the sun on your face, and a margarita in hand, without a care in the world. Whether you have it before, after, or on the beach, an island vacation isn’t complete without a cool beverage.

Here’s a Recipe for a Classic Margarita:

Time: 10 minutes

Makes: 4 servings

You’ll need:

• Rocks glasses
• Coarse salt
• 1 cup of tequila
• 2/3 cup of fresh lime juice
• 1/3 cup of orange-flavored liqueur
• 2 teaspoons of superfine sugar
• Ice
• Cocktail shaker

Directions:

1. Rub the rim of the glasses with a lime and dip in coarse salt
2. Fill glasses three-quarters of the way with ice
3. Mix the following in a cocktail shaker: 1 cup of tequila, 2/3 cup of lime juice, 1/3 cup of orange liqueur and 2 teaspoons of superfine sugar
4. Shake well
5. Pour into glasses and garnish with a lime
6. Enjoy!

For a tropical twist, try using orange juice and extra lime juice. Or you can add some blackberries and raspberries!

For a Frosty Twist, Try This Frozen Margarita Recipe:

Time: 10 minutes

Makes: 4 servings

You’ll need:

• Rocks glasses
• 1/3 cup of coarse salt
• 3/4 cup of tequila
• 2/3 cup of fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup of simple syrup
• 5 cups of ice cups
• Lime wedges for garnish
• Cocktail shaker

Directions:

1. Puree ice, tequila, lime juice and simple syrup in a blender until smooth.
2. Rub the rims of the glasses with a lime and dip in coarse salt.
3. Pour into glasses and garnish with a lime.
4. Enjoy!