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Crafting A Flavorful Blueberry Margarita
They might be tiny, but they pack a punch of flavour indeed! Blueberries are exactly what you need to create a delightful twist on a classic Margarita, creating a whole new experience thanks to their lively aromatic profile and the precious presence of Grand Marnier. Check out our recipe and our tips to discover this tasty and colorful new version of a timeless cocktail.
Ingredients for a Blueberry Margarita
Not too many, not too few: a handful of blueberries will be just the right amount to concoct a flavorful, yet balanced Blueberry Margarita. Don’t overlook quality: when it comes to tequila, the spirit you need for the drink, you should always aim for 100% agave and add some fresh lime juice to give the cocktail some nice acidity. Then it will be time to add the protagonist: Grand Marnier with its sweetness, body and elegance, for a new, elevated drinking experience.
Following are the ingredients you will need for a Blueberry Margarita:
- 50ml 100% Tequila Blanco such as Espolòn
- 20ml Grand Marnier
- 20ml freshly squeezed lime juice
- 7-8 blueberries
How to make a Blueberry Margarita
If you want to know how to make a Blueberry Margarita, here are the key steps you should follow:
- Pre-chill your shaker by stirring a few good quality ice cubes in it; then remove the ice and excess water;
- Pre-chill a cocktail glass by storing it in the freezer for at least 15 minutes before serving, or filling it up with ice while concocting the cocktail;
- Gently muddle the blueberries in the base of the shaker;
- Add all the ingredients in the shaker;
- Add more good quality ice cubes and shake vigorously;
- Strain into the pre-chilled cocktail glass
Tips for a Perfect Blueberry Margarita
To achieve the best Blueberry Margarita recipe, try adopting some, or all of the suggestions that follow, to elevate your drinking experience:
- Follow the seasons: it is true that nowadays anything can be found at anytime. But when it comes to fruit, nothing beats the flavor and quality that derive from the varieties that are in season. A Blueberry Margarita can be described as a seasonal cocktail, so make sure you will mix it when the right time of the year arrives;
- Muddle, but don’t be mad: the act of muddling allows you to extract all the flavors and juice from the pulp of the blueberries, thus giving your Blueberry Margarita its distinctive flavor profile and color. But don’t go over the top: muddle gently, as you do not want to end up with some jelly-like unattractive blob as your ingredient;
- Fine straining: given the fleshy nature of the pulp, you might want to help yourself with a kitchen tool to allow for the liquid to go through the strainer, when you fill up the glass: a spoon or a stick will do just fine;
Tips for Perfect Presentation
A cocktail glass is the perfect vessel to match the elegant, dark color hue that comes with the Blueberry Margarita. Garnish the edge of your glass with a couple of blueberries stuck on a pick, effortlessly laid across the glass, and maybe add a touch of character with a leaf or a flower. Ultimately, you could try creating a perfect salt rim following our guide, to enhance the luxurious flavor profile of this delicious cocktail.
