California Margarita

Perfecting the California Margarita

The California Margarita is a fresh take on the classic Margarita, balancing bright citrus, agave, and just the right amount of sweetness. The key to the perfect mix?

• Fresh Citrus: Always use fresh-squeezed citrus when you can; it makes a huge difference.
• Honey: To keep it truly Californian, we used California honey to add sweet notes to this unique cocktail. Make sure to shake very well if using honey; otherwise, agave syrup or other sweeteners can be used as a substitute.
• Spicy Rim: Rimming this cocktail with Tajín creates a great balance of sweet, spicy, and citrus.
• California Agave Spirit: Use a high-quality 100% California Agave Spirit.

Letting Local Ingredients Shine

California is home to everything we need to make a quality cocktail. From the citrus to the agave, it's fun to incorporate local ingredients into your drinks. Using local ingredients also celebrates the rich agricultural history of California and its diverse heritage.

This recipe follows a minimalist approach to let the local ingredients shine. Instead of adding more sweeteners or liquors, we encourage mixologists to lightly sweeten this cocktail and add more sweetener if needed.

Selecting Your California Agave Spirit

Choosing the right California Agave Spirit can make all the difference in this cocktail. It's important to remember that no two California Agave Spirits are alike, and there is a wide range of flavors that can be expressed depending on the agave type used, terroir, and production method.

Watch the Recipe in Action

Want to see how it's made? Check out our video recipe here!