I am all about drinks this summer, and this catalina margarita will sure to hit the spot (in more ways than one!)
I've noticed for a while that my blog is lacking in drink recipes. My days are usually filled with water and green tea, but come summer I indulge more and love bringing out the girly drinks 🙂 Today's recipe is no exception, and one that my husband introduced me to on our one-year anniversary (maaaaannnnyyy years ago.)
The catalina margarita is everything you need in life. Smooth, refreshing, and, depending on which direction you go with the sweet and sour mix, it can be a tad tart 🙂 But I like that! Making the homemade syrup is so worth it, but juicing a ton of lemons is not something anyone enjoys... no one. That being said, I would still make myself a catalina margarita in a heartbeat! I so wish I had lemons right now as I type this post.
So, what makes this drink blue? Well, it is all in the liqueurs. Blue Curacao is a favorite here, and I am sure I would just pour it into any drink! Its blue color is so fun and definitely one of my top liqueurs. But the drink also has a mix of peach schnapps and TEQUILA! Woohoo! What margarita is complete without tequila?! I know this drink sounds scary, but the flavors go so well together AND it isn't as alcohol-like in flavor as you may think. That sweet and sour mix definitely comes through (I use a method that contains no water, just lemon and sugar, so this results in a really tart mix. However, adding more sugar will fix that!)
The restaurant where I first had this catalina margarita is still kicking, but I guess wasn't anything special for us to go back. Good thing we wrote down what was in the drink to make it at home! Mr. TCW is really good for that because he knows I enjoy having drinks with him, but I don't like beer or wine so it makes it kind of difficult. Hmmm, I think I just admitted to being difficult 🙂
📖 Recipe
Catalina Margarita
Use homemade sweet and sour mix or buy the store version, but just remember that you can cut back the tartness by adding more sugar 🙂
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz tequila (I use Jose Cuervo)
- 1 oz peach schnapps (I use Dr. McGillicuddy's)
- 1 oz Blue Curacao (I use McGuinness)
- 4 oz sweet and sour mix (½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 tbsp. granulated sugar. Add more sugar if you find it too tart, but trust me, so good!)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a shaker (or just a measuring cup or bowl if you do not have one!)
- Pour and serve.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 285Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 8mgCarbohydrates: 44gFiber: 0gSugar: 41gProtein: 0g
And with our first real summer temperatures kicking in, I need this drink more than ever! Stop jacking the price of lemons up, grocery stores.... I swear, they know we need these bad boys for all the delicious drinks!
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Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
That is my kinda drink...I love blue curacao, and have concocted several of my own with it. I am def trying yours!
Kacey
Ohh, I need to know what you have made, because, like you, I love Blue Curacao!
Des @ Life's Ambrosia
This cocktail is so pretty!! It's like the beach in a glass!
Kacey
Ahhh!! I love that description and may have to steal it 😉
Trish - Mom On Timeout
Kind of feel like I deserve one of these...like, right NOW. Looks heavenly!
Kacey
Enjoy!!!
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet
That blue is groovy, especially juxtaposed with that bright lemon!
Kacey
Isn't it so cool?!
Erin @ The Speckled Palate
Oh my GOODNESS, Kacey. This margarita looks ridiculous and awesome and I want one in my life, even though me and margaritas don't really always get along. (Long story.) It looks stunning, and the combination of flavors sounds delightful and summery!
Kacey
Ahaha, when we get together you will have to tell me 😉
Heather | All Roads Lead to the Kitchen
That color is so pretty! And this sounds like a cocktail that I need in my arsenal for sure.
Kacey
Looks good AND tastes good!
Roxana
Summer in a glass! All you need is a beach and you're set!
Kacey
The beach will be coming soon 😉
Katerina @ Diethood
Holy moly, what a stunner!! That's the prettiest Margarita that I've seen!
Kacey
Yay!!! Thank you!