Best 3 Prickly Pear Margarita Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a vibrant Prickly Pear Margarita, a refreshing fusion of tangy, sweet, and earthy flavors. This cocktail is not only visually stunning with its vibrant magenta hue, but also a delightful symphony of flavors. The combination of prickly pear puree, tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice creates a harmonious balance of sweet and sour notes, while the salt rim adds a savory touch. Indulge in the classic Prickly Pear Margarita or explore variations like the Prickly Pear Mezcal Margarita with smoky mezcal or the Prickly Pear Paloma with refreshing grapefruit soda. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this captivating cocktail, ensuring an unforgettable sipping experience. So, gather your ingredients, shake it up, and embark on a flavor journey like no other with the Prickly Pear Margarita.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS MARGARITA



Prickly Pear Cactus Margarita image

I had this drink in Tucson and talked the bartender into sharing the recipe with me.

Provided by Shannon Lindell

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

coarse salt as needed
2 fluid ounces tequila
2 fluid ounces sweet and sour mix
1 fluid ounce triple sec
1 fluid ounce lime juice
1 fluid ounce prickly pear syrup

Steps:

  • Pour salt into a small plate. Wet the rim of a margarita glass and dip rim into salt.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice; pour tequila, sweet and sour mix, triple sec, lime juice, and pear syrup over ice. Cover shaker and shake drink; strain into prepared margarita glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 52.1 g

PRICKLY PEAR MARGARITA



Prickly Pear Margarita image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 ounces tequila blanco
1/2-ounce Cointreau
1 1/2 ounces lime juice
2 ounces prickly pear syrup
Kosher salt and turbinado sugar, for garnishing the glass
Kosher salt and turbinado sugar, for garnishing the glass
Kumquats and lime peels, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice and pear syrup in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously to incorporate. Wet the rim of a margarita glass and dip into salt and sugar mixture. Pour margarita into glass over ice. Garnish with a kumquat and a curled piece of lime peel.

PRICKLY PEAR MARGARITA



Prickly Pear Margarita image

While reading about all the different flavors of margaritas, one particular margarita--the Prickly Pear Margarita, a favorite in New Mexico--received so many glowing comments. So I had to give it a try. And yes, it's every bit as delicious as everyone said it would be. I tried a few recipes that were all pretty similar, but...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Cocktails

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 oz tequila blanco
1/2 oz cointreau
1 1/2 oz lime juice
2 oz prickly pear cactus syrup
coarse salt or coarse sugar, for glass rim
kumquat, for garnish
curled lime peel, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice and pear syrup in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously to mix well.
  • 2. Wet the rim of a margarita glass and dip into salt or sugar (or use a salt/sugar mix).
  • 3. Pour margarita into glass over ice. Garnish with a kumquat and a curled piece of lime peel, and serve.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh prickly pear puree. You can make your own by blending peeled and seeded prickly pears until smooth, or you can buy it pre-made.
  • If you can't find prickly pear puree, you can substitute fresh lime juice and a splash of grenadine.
  • To make the margarita extra special, rim the glasses with Tajin seasoning.
  • Garnish the margaritas with a lime wedge and a prickly pear slice.
  • Serve the margaritas immediately, while they're still cold.

Conclusion:

The Prickly Pear Margarita is a refreshing and unique twist on the classic margarita. With its vibrant color and delicious flavor, this cocktail is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a new margarita to try, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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