History

The margarita is a popular cocktail that is believed to have originated in Mexico in the 1930s. The exact origin of the margarita is unknown, but there are several stories that attempt to explain its creation. One popular story is that the margarita was invented in 1938 by Carlos “Danny” Herrera at his restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico. Herrera created the drink for a customer who was allergic to all hard alcohol except tequila. He combined tequila, lime juice, and an orange liqueur to create the first margarita.

Another story attributes its invention to a German girl named Margarita Henkel. According to one story, Margarita was visiting Mexico in the 1930s and asked a bartender to make her a special drink. The bartender combined tequila, lime juice, and triple sec, and the margarita was born. Another story claims that Margarita was the daughter of a German ambassador to Mexico, and she asked a bartender to make her a drink that would remind her of the ocean. The bartender combined tequila, lime juice, and salt, and the margarita was born.

Regardless of its origin, the margarita has become one of the most popular cocktails in the world. It is typically served in a salt-rimmed glass and is often garnished with a lime wedge.

The margarita quickly gained popularity in the United States, and by the 1950s, it had become a staple of American bars and restaurants. In the 1970s, the margarita was further popularized by the introduction of pre-made mixes and frozen margaritas. Today, the margarita is one of the most popular cocktails in the world, and it is enjoyed in a variety of flavors and styles. 

The Margarita Glass 

The margarita glass is a variant of the classic champagne coupe glass. It features a small, secondary bowl in the center for a little extra volume and is a lot thicker in order to be able to clink the glasses with more liberty and to be able to add salt, pepper or other spices easily. 

Fun facts about the Margarita 

• The margarita is the most popular tequila-based cocktail in the world.
• The margarita is the official state drink of Texas.
• The average margarita contains about 150 calories.
• The world record for the largest margarita was set in 2018 in Mexico, with a margarita that was over 10,000 gallons.
• The margarita is the most popular cocktail in the United States. 

Variations and recipes

1. Strawberry Margarita: Replace the lime juice with strawberry puree and add a few drops of grenadine.

2. Mango Margarita: Replace the lime juice with mango puree and add a few drops of orange liqueur.

3. Coconut Margarita: Replace the lime juice with coconut cream and add a few drops of coconut liqueur.

4. Jalapeño Margarita: Add a few slices of jalapeño to the shaker and muddle before adding the other ingredients.

5. Watermelon Margarita: Replace the lime juice with watermelon puree and add a few drops of watermelon liqueur.

6. Pineapple Margarita: Replace the lime juice with pineapple juice and add a few drops of pineapple liqueur.

7. Blueberry Margarita: Replace the lime juice with blueberry puree and add a few drops of blueberry liqueur.

8. Peach Margarita: Replace the lime juice with peach puree and add a few drops of peach liqueur.  

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