TIPS AND ADVICE
The Art of the Margarita
"There are many tall tales as to how the world's most consumed cocktail came about. Many people believe that it evolved from the Sidecar. Just substitute Tequila for Cognac, get rid of the sugar rim and you have the beginnings of a good fiesta!
The traditional Margarita recipe calls for 1 1/2oz Tequila, 3/4oz Cointreau and 1oz of fresh lime juice. Perfectly acceptable, but I prefer to drink my Margarita pure! We present to you, the Partida Margarita. This Margarita has been adapted from the world famous Tommy's Mexican Restaurant recipe that Julio Bermejo and his family have made famous.
The difference between the two recipes is we leave out the secondary liquor (usually Cointreau, Triple Sec or Grand Marnier) as these flavors can interfere with the exceptional taste of Partida Tequila and the clean, crisp taste of fresh-squeezed lime juice.
Instead we add our own Partida Agave Nectar which brings the Partida Tequila (works great with Blanco, Reposado or Aņejo) and the lime together and rounds out the combination with a lovely rich sweetness that complements the acidity in the lime.
All in all, we have a Margarita that is fresh, organic and delicious with Partida Tequila coming through with a lovely finish. Two very different Margaritas. Try both and tell us which one you like best. I know which one I will be drinking!"
-Jacques
