Margaritas (Mexico)

      This drink probably accounts for 60% of the gross profit made by tequila manufacturers.  Truthfully, it is the only way in which some people can drink tequila; as it is usually not the smoothest drink in the bar.  Still it is not the best thing to binge drink if you want to wake up before 11 in the morning.
       The choice of tequila is always a personal one, if you want to spend a pretty penny on a great bottle then you should go with Anejo (old) or reposado (aged).  But, the secret to a good margarita is half tequila and half mixer.  So don't worry if all you can get is a bottle of silver for $10, you can still make it taste good.
      There are two different preparations for this drink, the first is to simply stir the drink in with ice and then remove the ice cubes before serving.  Or to place the mixture in a blender with the ice cubes making an alcoholic slushy.  It is once again a matter of choice.

Mango Margaritas

2 1/2 cups Mexican tequila

1/2 cup mango juice

1/2 cup purred mango

1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice

Pineapple Wedges (optional)

In a blender combine each of the ingredients and process until very smooth.  Pour the mixture over ice and stir just until chilled.  Pour into four 8 ounce salt rimmed glasses.

Serves 4

Pomegranate Margaritas

2 cups aged silver rum

1 cup Pama pomegranate liqueur

1/2 cup orange juice

1/4 cup lime juice

2 cups ice cubes

Thin slices of orange (optional garnish)

In a blender combine all of the ingredients in the order listed.  Pulse until smooth and frothy making sure that there are no remaining large ice cubes. 

Pour into prepared glasses 8 ounce glasses that  have the slices of orange placed on them and serve

Makes 4 servings