Description
Strawbeerita cocktails blend Mexican tequila’s zesty spirit with fresh strawberry sweetness, creating a playful summer sipper. Refreshing and bold, this crimson drink delivers a perfect balance of fruity charm and spirited kick that promises delightful sips for cocktail enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (60 ml) tequila
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 2 ounces (60 ml) light beer (lager or pilsner)
Liqueurs and Juices:
- 1 ounce (30 ml) fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce (30 ml) triple sec or orange liqueur
Optional and Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
- Ice
Instructions
- Pulverize ripe strawberries with tequila, tangy lime juice, triple sec, and optional sugar in a high-powered blender until the mixture transforms into a vibrant, silky puree.
- Generously pack a classic margarita glass with crystalline ice cubes, creating a frosty foundation for the cocktail.
- Cascade the crimson strawberry liquid over the ice, allowing it to settle and create a mesmerizing layered effect.
- Delicately crown the drink with a splash of crisp light beer, gently stirring with a long bar spoon to preserve the effervescent bubbles and integrate the flavors without disrupting the drink’s elegant structure.
- Elevate the presentation by adorning the rim with a plump, fresh strawberry or a zesty lime wedge, transforming the beverage into a visually stunning libation that promises a burst of tropical refreshment.
Notes
- Select ripe, vibrant strawberries for the most intense and sweet flavor profile in your cocktail.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on the natural sweetness of your strawberries to maintain a balanced taste.
- Consider using agave nectar instead of sugar for a more authentic Mexican-inspired sweetness and smoother texture.
- For a low-alcohol version, replace tequila with sparkling water or non-alcoholic margarita mix to create a refreshing mocktail.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg