How To Celebrate National Margarita Day!
Lately every holiday seems to have turned into an excuse to drink, and I’m not mad it! Even better, we create holidays for just about anything, including celebrating our favorite drinks! This week is National Margarita day and it’s the perfect excuse to hit the bar, or break out the drinks at home. To help you celebrate, we’re sharing some recipes we love from around the world. Maybe it’ll inspire you to travel and try them all yourselves!
Key Lime Margarita | Southernmost Beach Resort
There’s nothing more synonymous with Key West than Key Lime Pie and a good time! Find both at the newly-renovated Southernmost Beach Resort that offers an iconic Key Lime Margarita. Made with a silver tequila of your choice, the island’s signature Key Lime Liqueur, splashes of orange juice and agave – this cocktail is the perfect companion for lounging by one of the resort’s three palm-fringed pools, secluded tanning pier or private beach. Near all of the action, but in a world of its own, this refreshing margarita awaits you along the famed southern limit of Duval Street. Learn more at www.southernmostbeachresort.com.
Smoke and Mirrors | Gala and MuseBar
Enter a world of luxe mystique at the chandelier-donned Gala and MuseBar, nestled perfectly between Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Offering mixology-focused craft cocktails and inventive South American x World Fusion small bites – Gala takes margaritas to the next level with their Smoke and Mirrors cocktail. Made with Don Hombres Mezcal, Cointreau, fresh lime juice and homemade agave syrup, this iteration is perfect for seasoned marg enthusiasts, with a taste for something unique. Learn more at www.galaandmusebar.com.
¡Oye Juancho¡ | Mosa/Caña, Willemstad Curaçao
While you may recognize Curaçao for its bright blue namesake Liqueur, the Southern Dutch Caribbean island also knows a thing or two about tequila and its iconic counterpart – margaritas. Visit Mosa Bar & Kitchen, located in the trendy Pietermaai district of the island’s capital, for a robust selection of flavorful fruit-based tropical margaritas. A signature island favorite, the ¡Oye Juancho¡ margarita is made with mezcal, passionfruit and fresh pomegranate – perfect for taking on the town in this island paradise. Learn more at www.mosacana.com or www.curacao.com.
Ginger Margarita | W Punta de Mita
W Punta de Mita is known for its eccentric, tropical, and relaxing look and feel, and their craft cocktails are no different. The property is home to Jean Georges’ renowned Spice Market that features a delicious Ginger Margarita on their menu that makes every guest want to try it at home – and now they can! Made with Tequila Reposado, ginger base, and cointreau, this quick yet delicious recipe allows you to taste all the flavors of Mexico, no matter where you are. Learn more at Marriott.com/pvrwh.
Prosecco Margarita | JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa
Shake things up at the JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa this National Margarita day with an exciting twist on your typical lime and tequila. At the JW Lobby Bar, prepare to choose between over 100 different cocktails with the bar’s 150 Margaritas Menu. More specifically, the Prosecco Margarita, made with Casa Dragones Blanco, Prosecco, Grand Marnier and some lemon juice, has made its way to being one of the menu’s staples. A passion project for the team’s expert mixologists and skilled tequila connoisseurs, the menu features 150 Instagram-worthy margaritas, subdivided into four categories: Classic, Modern, Fusion and Exotic. Cocktails are crafted using silver, reposado and añejo varieties of tequila, as well as mescal, with special varieties infused with exotic ingredients such as black tea, beetroot, and serrano chili peppers, because when in Mexico, right?
