See the World’s First Frozen Margarita Machine here įor recipe inspiration, I picked up a copy of “Margaritas: Frozen, Spicy, and Bubbly-Over 100 Drinks for Everyone,” by Mamie Fennimore (2018, Cider Mill Press, $18.95). It is such an iconic invention that his original machine is on display at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. He tinkered with a used ice cream machine and his recipe to make frozen margaritas and the frozen Margarita preparation we know today was born. It’s invention makes one think….”why didn’t I think of that?” Restaurateur Mariano Martiznez, at age 73 was inspired by a slurpee machine he saw at a 7- Eleven shop. The popular frozen Margarita turned 50 last year, many years after the original. It is also served straight up, on the rocks, spicy,bubbly and as mocktails. It was interesting to learn that Margarita’s go beyond the frozen type. These are only a few of the possibilities of the origin of the libation, one of the top cocktails in the United States. He supposedly named it after the Spanish version of her name, Margarita. It was a massive hit, and today it’s one of the world’s most iconic cocktails.”Īccording to the Rosenberg Library Museum in Galveston, Texas, a bartender at the Balinese Room in Galveston invented the drink for the singer Peggy (Margaret) Lee in 1948. “The story goes she was the first one to think of adding the salt rim. “There are plenty of stories about every cocktail’s mysterious origins, but a big one for the Margarita started in 1948 in Acapulco, Mexico, when a Dallas socialite was entertaining in her villa and mixed Cointreau, blanco tequila and limes together for her guests,” says Arseneau. Still, according to Emily Arseneau, a bartender and brand manager for Rémy-Cointreau’s Collectif 1806, the year 1948 seems to stick.” In all likelihood, the drink was an amalgam of moments and ingredient inspirations. Or, according to an article by Amy Zavatto in, “It isn’t exactly possible to pin the invention of the Margarita to a specific date. He named the drink Margarita for Marjorie. He concocted a drink using Tequila, Triple Sec, lemon juice, ice shavings and salt for Ziegfeld dancer, Marjorie King who had an allergy to spirits, but not to Tequila. Or, was it invented in 1938 by restaurateur Carlos Herrera, owner of Rancho la Gloria. Is it a takeoff of the Brandy Daisy, a drink popular in the latter part of the 19th century. Depending upon the source, the story is different, and recipes are as varied. The beginnings of the libation are unclear. One who is curious about the history of familiar food and drink, I got to work. At first, I thought that February is also an odd time to celebrate the Margarita then again, there are those that live in places that enjoy beach weather this time of year, needing a refreshing and cold drink keep them cool, while we are bundled up here in the Northeast. Margarita Day in February? Well, I am thinking frozen Margaritas. February 22 lists two, “National Cook a Sweet Potato Day” and “Margarita Day.” I thought February is an odd time of the year to be celebrating the root vegetable enjoyed during the fall holiday season. #MARGARITA MACHINE RECIPE BOOK PLUS#Among the 1,500 plus listings, there are many food celebrations, paying homage to our favorite foods and libations. One way is looking at the “National Day Calendar” hanging in my office. Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy.I am frequently asked how I come up with ideas for columns. Citrus Vodka 6 Dashes of Worcestershire Sauce 6 Dashes of Tabasco ® A Pinch of Salt, Pepper & Cayenne Pepper Process Fill ice reservoir with ice. Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy.īloody Mary Blast (109 calories per serving Makes 3 servings, 12 oz. Lime Juice 3 Splashes of Club Soda Ice Process Fill ice reservoir with ice. Concoct until smooth Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy.Ĭaptain's Daiquiris (Makes 3 servings, 12 oz. of Your Choice of Frozen Mix Flavor Ice Process Fill ice reservoir with ice. Pour into a glass.Įuphoria Daiquiris (Makes 3 servings, 12 oz. Apple Juice Process Fill ice reservoir with ice. each) Ingredients 1 1/2 cup Cut, Fresh Bartlett Pear 1 1/2 oz. Rasp-Peary Smoothie (Makes 3 servings, 12 oz. Sweet & Sour Mix Ice Process Fill ice reservoir with ice. Pour into a glass.īarraKuda Margarita (Makes 3 servings, 12 oz. Orange Juice 3 Dashes of Grenadine 1 1/2 cups Ice Process Fill ice reservoir with ice. Key West Margarita (Makes 3 servings, 12 oz. Concoct until smooth Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy. Lemonade Process Fill ice reservoir with ice. each) Ingredients 1 cup Grapes 12 tablespoons Lime Sorbet 6 oz. Margaritaville Concontion Maker Drink Recipes Grape Escape (Makes 3 servings, 12 oz.
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