This Tommy's Margarita recipe is the perfect addition to your summer weekends by the pool. Made with agave syrup instead of triple sec, this tasty drink puts a sweet twist on the modern classic.
As soon as the weather heats up, you need a refreshing beverage to help you cool down. Instead of reaching for that lemonade, make this citrusy cocktail with a little booze to help you relax even more.
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What is the Tommy's Margarita?
The Tommy's Margarita recipe was made famous by Tommy's Mexican Restaurant in the early '90s. It's very similar to a classic margarita except that is uses agave nectar instead of orange liqueur.
Ingredients for this Tommy's Margarita Recipe
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- Blanco Tequila Patrón Silver or Patrón Reposado: This is what I used but feel free to use whichever brand you want.
- Fresh Lime Juice: A key ingredient in every margarita. You can use bottled or freshly squeezed from fresh limes.
- Agave Nectar: is the special ingredient that differentiates this Tommys Margarita recipe.
- Salt: for the rim. Totally optional but definitely a delicious addition.
- Ice Cubes: to chill the drink.
How to make this Tommy's Margarita Recipe
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- Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge then dip in the salt if you want the salt.
- Add the ice, tequila, lime juice, and agave nectar to a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously to chill.
- Fill your cocktail glass with extra fresh ice, strain the mixture into the prepared glass, garnish with a lime wedge, and enjoy!
Why You Need to Make this Recipe!
- Margaritas are the perfect classic cocktail for summer parties, game days, or weekend hangouts by the pool, lake, or beach.
- Try a fun variation on the traditional margarita with a tasty sweetening agent.
- This quick recipe is easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients that are easy to find.
Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
What's the difference between tommy's margarita and a regular margarita?
Both margaritas have the standard ingredients of Tequila and lime juice. However, the difference is Tommy's margarita recipe has agave nectar while a normal margarita uses triple sec and sometimes simple syrup.
Can I Make this in bulk?
Absolutely! Most people enjoy the flavor of limeade so margaritas are a safe option for parties to appease everyone's taste buds. Just double, triple, or multiply each ingredient evenly to make a large batch.
Can I make a non-alcoholic Mocktail version?
For sure! There are plenty of brands out there that make alcohol-removed Tequila and you can definitely make this drink by using one. To do so, keep all measurements the same and use the same amount of non-alcoholic Tequila as you would with the regular one in the recipe.
The Best Tommy's Margarita Recipe
Tommy's Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco tequila Patrón Silver or Patrón Reposado
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
- salt rim
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge then dip in the salt.salt rim
- Add the ice, tequila lime juice, and agave nectar to a shaker then shake vigorously to chill.2 oz blanco tequila, 1/2 oz agave nectar, 1 oz lime juice
- Strain over ice into the prepared glass, garnish with a lime wedge, and enjoy!
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