The Ultimate Margarita Guide: History, Myths & Best Recipes

In this episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most iconic cocktails of all time – The Margarita. From its mysterious origins to its pop culture rise, we’re tracing the evolution of this tequila classic. We also break down the classic vs. modern variations, explore the spicy margarita phenomenon, and uncover the secret tips that take a margarita from good to unforgettable.

Whether you're a Tommy’s Margarita purist or love a mezcal twist, this episode has something for every margarita fan. Plus, we give you the lowdown on salt rims, tequila selection, and essential techniques to master your margarita game at home.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The mystery behind the Margarita’s origin – Who really invented it?

✅ How tequila’s boom in the US helped shape the cocktail’s global success.

✅ The rise of frozen margaritas – Game-changer or lazy bartending?

✅ The spicy margarita takeover – The most popular riff in modern mixology.

✅ Classic vs. Tommy’s Margarita – Are you team Cointreau or team Agave?

✅ Margarita variations you need to try – Blood Orange, Mezcal, Watermelon & more!

✅ Expert tips on tequila, citrus, salt rims, and unexpected margarita hacks.

Cocktail Shoutouts & Mentions:

🍹 Classic Margarita – Tequila, Cointreau, lime, salt rim. Perfection.

🔥 Tommy’s Margarita – No orange liqueur, just agave syrup magic.

🌶️ Spicy Margarita – The modern icon. Jalapeño infused tequila + heat.

🥃 Toreador – The Margarita’s apricot-laced cousin.

🍍 Beach Fire Margarita – A mezcal & tequila hybrid with smoky depth.

Want to Level Up Your Margarita Game?

📌 Follow Caitlin Stewart (@likablecocktails) for top-tier margarita riffs.

📌 Listen back to our Julio Bermejo episode for Tommy’s Margarita history.

📌 Try making your own salt or MSG solution for next-level flavor!

Join the Conversation:

What’s your ultimate margarita variation? Are you team Classic or Tommy’s?

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🥂 Here’s to the Margarita – a cocktail with a past as bold as its future! 🍋🔥

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