Description
Redneck margarita brings Southern charm to classic cocktail culture with its bold whiskey twist. Country-style mixology meets refreshing citrus, creating a spirited drink perfect for backyard barbecues and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Alcohol Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (355 milliliters) tequila
- 12 ounces (355 milliliters) light beer (like Corona, Coors Light, or Bud Light)
Fruity Base:
- 1 can (12 ounces/355 milliliters) frozen limeade concentrate (thawed)
Carbonated Mixer:
- 6 ounces (177 milliliters) Sprite (or any lemon-lime soda)
Additional:
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Craft a festive beverage presentation by tracing glass rims with fresh lime juice, then delicately coating edges with coarse salt crystals to enhance the cocktail’s sensory experience.
- Pour chilled limeade concentrate into a spacious mixing vessel, creating a tangy foundation for the spirited libation.
- Introduce robust tequila and crisp beer into the citrusy base, allowing the spirits to intertwine harmoniously with gentle circular motions.
- Cascade sparkling Sprite into the liquid ensemble, generating a effervescent and playful texture that elevates the drink’s complexity.
- Select substantial ice cubes and strategically distribute them within serving glasses, preparing a frosty receptacle for the vibrant mixture.
- Artfully transfer the blended concoction over the crystalline ice, ensuring each glass receives an equal distribution of the zesty cocktail.
- Punctuate the beverage with a vibrant lime wedge perched gracefully on the glass rim, providing a final flourish of citrus aromatics and visual appeal.
- Invite guests to savor this unconventional margarita variation, celebrating its refreshing and spirited character.
Notes
- Customize the salt rim by mixing kosher salt with chili powder or lime zest for an extra flavor kick.
- Swap out regular Sprite for diet or zero-sugar versions to reduce calorie content and make the cocktail lighter.
- Experiment with different beer styles like Corona or a local craft light beer to create unique flavor variations of the drink.
- Chill all ingredients beforehand to ensure the cocktail stays cold and refreshing without diluting the taste with too much ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg