National Margarita Day (February 22nd) is the perfect occasion to enjoy a refreshing, zesty margarita made with premium tequila. A margarita is only as good as its base spirit, so choosing a high-quality tequila is key to crafting a smooth, flavorful, and well-balanced cocktail. Here are the best tequilas to use for an exceptional margaritas, along with a classic recipe and three creative variations to celebrate in style.
Best Tequilas for a Perfect Margarita
El Padrino Tequila Blanco
An ultra-premium unaged tequila, El Padrino Tequila Blanco is crafted using techniques passed down four generations. It offers crisp and clean flavours with notes of fresh agave, citrus, and a hint of vanilla. This unaged tequila captures the pure essence of agave, making it perfect for a bright and zesty margarita. It is a must have in your bar if you like whipping up classic margaritas, spicy cocktails, or simply entertain your guests with tequila shots.
Importer: Empire Spirits
Price: ₹8500
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El Cristiano 1761 Clase Silver Tequila
El Cristiano Silver is a additive free tequila using pure 100 percent agave sugars only. This crystal-clear silver tequila offers fresh notes of lime, flowers, and a hint of mint, balanced by earthy and freshly cooked agave. It is best enjoyed neat with some water or on the rocks to enjoy the pure character of the agave since it is a premium sipping tequila. But it can also be used to make refreshing, high-end margaritas that highlight tequila’s complexity.
Importer: Mehra Wines
Price: ₹11,560
Jose Cuervo Reserva De La Familia Platino
Produced by Jose Cuervo, the world’s oldest tequila distillery, this is an ultra-premium silver tequila, crafted using a traditional “Esencia de Agave” process to preserve the purest flavours of blue agave. This luxurious tequila charms with subtle sweetness with notes of roasted agave, peppery spice, and a silky finish. You can use it for a sophisticated and elevated take on the classic margarita as it creates a perfectly balanced cocktail with a refined edge.
Importer: Monika Alcobev
Price: ₹11,250
Classic Margarita Recipe
A well-balanced margarita should be refreshing, tart, and slightly sweet. Follow this classic recipe for the perfect cocktail.
Ingredients:
✔️ 45ml Tequila
✔️ 15ml fresh lime juice
✔️ 15ml orange liqueur (like Cointreau)
✔️ 10ml simple syrup or agave nectar (optional)
✔️ Salt for rimming the glass
✔️ Ice cubes
✔️ Lime wheel for garnish
Instructions:
1️. Rim the glass: Run a lime wedge around the edge and coat it with salt.
2️. Mix the drink: Shake tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and sweetener with ice.
3. Strain & Serve: Pour into an ice-filled glass and garnish with a lime wheel.
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Creative Margarita Variations
1. Spicy Jalapeño Margarita
✔️ Add two slices of fresh jalapeño while shaking the cocktail.
✔️ Use El Padrino Tequila Blanco for a peppery kick.
✔️ Garnish with a Tajín chili rim for extra spice.
2. Mango Basil Margarita
✔️ Blend fresh mango puree with lime juice and tequila.
✔️ Add a few fresh basil leaves for an herbaceous touch.
✔️ Use El Cristiano Silver for a smooth, fruit-forward finish.
3. Coconut Margarita
✔️ Mix 50ml coconut cream with tequila, lime juice, and agave syrup.
✔️ Rim the glass with toasted coconut flakes for a tropical twist.
✔️ Use Jose Cuervo Reserva Platino for a rich, creamy balance.
So go on, celebrate National Margarita Day with the best tequilas and toast to great cocktails! For more tequila recommendations, click here and check out our blogs.
