Lori's Homemade Margarita Mix
Recipe: #12473
May 02, 2014
Categories: Beverages, Lemon, Mexican, 5 Ingredients Or Less, 5-Minute Prep, Cinco de Mayo, New Years, Fat Free Gluten-Free, Kosher, Low Cholesterol, Low Fat, No Eggs, Non-Dairy, Vegetarian, Lime, Sugar, more
"Necessity is not the mother of invention - high prices are!!! At least, that's the case here in Costa Rica. Needed some margarita mix for a cupcake recipe, but only needed one cup. This was an easy fix - and it's actually quite tasty! Unlike commercially prepared margarita mix, this has no fake ingredients or preservatives, so keep it refrigerated! Some people like to avoid refined sugar, but you can use raw sugar - though it changes the taste. Agave syrup, same thing, changes the taste and has a higher glycemic index. Enjoy!"
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (114.2 g)
- Calories 127.5
- Total Fat - 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat - 0 g
- Cholesterol - 0 mg
- Sodium - 2.5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 33.7 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.2 g
- Sugars - 31 g
- Protein - 0.2 g
- Calcium - 6.2 mg
- Iron - 0.1 mg
- Vitamin C - 16.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Place water and sugar in a heavy bottomed saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Let it simmer for three minutes and remove from heat. Let cool to room temp.
Step 2
Add lemon and lime juices, stirring to combine. Pour into a glass bottle and keep refrigerated.
Makes 2 cups mix (16 oz).Serving size is 3 oz for a regular margarita. Simple recipe is 1.5 oz tequila, 1/2 oz triple sec, 2 oz margarita mix, juice of one fresh lime, shaken with ice or blended.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting limes and lemons for this recipe, choose ones that are plump and heavy for their size.
- For a lower glycemic index, use agave syrup in place of the granulated sugar.
- Agave syrup instead of granulated sugar: Agave syrup has a lower glycemic index than granulated sugar, making it a healthier alternative. It also has a milder taste than sugar, so it won't change the taste of the margarita mix as much.
- Honey instead of granulated sugar: Honey has a sweeter taste than sugar, so it will give the margarita mix a unique flavor. It also has a lower glycemic index than sugar, making it a healthier alternative.
Raspberry Margarita Replace the lemon and lime juice with 1/2 cup raspberry juice, and add 1/4 cup of fresh raspberries to the mixture before refrigerating.
Mango Margarita Replace the lemon and lime juice with 1/2 cup mango juice, and add 1/4 cup of fresh mango slices to the mixture before refrigerating.
Mexican Street Corn: This classic Mexican side dish is the perfect accompaniment to Lori's Homemade Margarita Mix. The creamy, cheesy sauce and smoky, charred corn provide a delicious contrast to the tart and sweet margarita mix. Plus, it's easy to make and sure to be a hit with your guests!
Chili Lime Shrimp: This spicy and tangy shrimp dish is the perfect complement to Lori's Homemade Margarita Mix. The bright, citrusy flavors of the chili and lime will balance out the tartness of the margarita mix, while the shrimp adds a delicious protein-packed addition to the meal. It's quick and easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit with your guests!
FAQ
Q: What is the best type of sugar to use in this recipe?
A: Granulated sugar is the best type of sugar to use in this recipe, however, you can also use raw sugar or agave syrup if desired. Keep in mind that using these alternative sugars may change the taste of the margarita mix.
Q: Do I need to use fresh lime juice for this recipe?
A: No, you do not need to use fresh lime juice for this recipe. You can use either freshly squeezed lime juice or bottled lime juice. However, freshly squeezed lime juice will give the best flavor.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Margaritas have become a popular party drink since the 1970s, thanks in part to the rise of tequila-based cocktails. It is believed that the drink was invented in the 1930s by a Mexican restaurant owner named Carlos "Danny" Herrera, who created the cocktail for a customer named Margarita Sames.
Fun Fact 2: Margaritas have been enjoyed by celebrities like Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe. Elvis was known to enjoy a margarita while playing his guitar and Marilyn Monroe was known to enjoy a margarita while relaxing in her pool.