![]() I think it added to the wintery fun!ĭid you try this winter margarita recipe? I also tried to recreate a bit of the magic of Aspen with a few simple decor items. So if you’re looking to serve two people, try four ounces as one part. A good rule of thumb for an individual drink is one part equals two ounces. PRO TIP: What do you mean by “one part”? Depending on how many margaritas you’re planning to make that’s your “part.” The more margaritas, the larger the part. ![]() Garnish with a lime wedge and a stick of fresh cranberries. Dust the rim of the glass with crushed dried lemon rinds, red pepper flakes and sea salt. Place all ingredients in a cocktail mixing glass. Strain out the peppers and seeds, and you’re done.Cut the top off of two jalapeño peppers and slice into thin strips.Here’s how to make it in five simple steps: Here’s how we did it: JALAPENO INFUSED TEQUILA And I have to admit, we came pretty darn close. Since travel is a bit of a challenge right now, we set about to see if we could create the magic of the Winter Margarita at home. It’s just the right amount of spice to be a grown-up version of what can often be a sickeningly sweet drink. What’s the secret? According to the article, it’s jalapeno-infused tequila. And we would have to agree. We have been fortunate enough to sip on a few of these delights during many of our trips there. In fact, it’s often simply referred to as the “winter margarita.” What began as a specialty drink for a holiday season a few years ago has since evolved into a bit of a cult classic for the restaurant. Let’s celebrate with a Winter Margarita! What is that enticing and intriguingly named cocktail, you ask? Well let me tell you …įor more than a decade, we’ve annually visited Aspen for skiing, relaxing and, of course, dining! One of the town’s most popular spots is Mezzaluna, which is known for its signature jalapeño cranberry margarita. ![]() So I did what everyone knows is the key to a successful marriage and compromised. It does seem a wee bit odd to celebrate margaritas when it’s still this cold and wintery outside. I do have to admit, Matt did have a point. And who am I to argue that today shouldn’t be dedicated to the always popular, often festive libation that is affectionately known as the margarita! Happy National Margarita Day everyone! Cheers! But I don’t make the news (or the days for that matter). As I was suggesting ideas for upcoming celebrations to feature on Make Every Day an Event, Margarita Day seemed like an ideal, and let’s face it, obvious choice! Why is Margarita Day at the end of February when it’s still wintery and really cold outside? I have no idea. Today is National Margarita Day! Today is National Margarita Day? Yes, February 22 is National Margarita Day! That conversation played out in our household about one week ago.
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