Guava Margarita Recipe

Course: Cocktails, Drinks

Cuisine: American, American-Mexican

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings: cocktail

Calories: 307kcal

Author: Emily

This Guava Margarita recipe is a tropical twist on the classic cocktail featuring guava puree and fresh lime juice. Shake the ingredients over ice for a refreshing and visually stunning tequila beverage.

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Equipment

1 margarita glass (or cocktail glass of your choice)
1 cocktail shaker
1 measuring jigger
1 cocktail strainer

Ingredients

2 ounces blanco tequila
½ ounce orange liqueur (I used Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao)
2 ounces guava pulp or puree
1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
½ ounce agave syrup (can substitute with simple syrup)
lime wedge or guava slice (optional garnish)

Instructions

Fill the glass with fresh ice and set it aside.
Add fresh ice to the cocktail shaker along with the tequila, orange liqueur, guava puree, lime juice, and agave syrup. Place the top on the shaker and shake for 10-12 seconds until nice and cold.
Double strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a lime wedge or guava slice if desired and enjoy. Cheers!

Notes

- Use Fresh Citus Juice - Cocktails are always best when you use freshly squeezed citrus juice, especially in margaritas. Bottle juice usually has added ingredients that will significantly change the flavor of the drink.
- Select Quality Tequila - Choose a high-quality tequila, preferably a silver or blanco variety. The clean and crisp flavors of good tequila will complement the fruity notes of the guava.
- Rim the Glass with Salt - Use margarita salt to add a salty element to this cocktail and enhance the flavors and sweetness of the guava.
- Experiment with Garnishes - Besides a lime wedge or guava slice, you can get creative with herbs like mint or rosemary or add a little creativity to the salt and add lime zest.
- Shake Vigorously - Make sure you shake this cocktail vigorously before straining to achieve the right level of dilution and to ensure the margarita is nice and cold.
- Serve in the Right Glassware - Use a margarita glass or a lowball glass with a wide rim to showcase your drink. Cocktail presentation enhances the overall drinking experience.
- How to Make Guava Puree - Cut 3-4 guavas into about 1" pieces. Add them to a medium saucepot with ½ cup water over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally and mash the guava as it warms up. Remove the pan from the heat once the mixture is bubbling and the guava has mostly broken apart. Add the guava mixture to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.

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