Prickly Pear Margarita: The Perfect Summer Drink

Hey there, folks! With the sun blazing high and the temperature soaring, summer calls for nothing less than cool and refreshing drinks. Today, in this blog post, we will share with you the recipe for an exquisite and refreshing summer drink that you cannot afford to miss – the Prickly Pear Margarita.

First things first, let’s talk about the Ninja Outdoor Grill. This powerful grill is perfect for outdoor cooking, packing a punch of power to sear and grill your favorite meats, seafood, and vegetables to perfection. What makes it stand out is its expertly engineered design, which allows it to reach and maintain high heat levels in mere minutes, translating your grilling experience into a quick and hassle-free one.

Now, let’s talk about the star of the show – The Prickly Pear Margarita. It is an amalgamation of sweet and tangy with a refreshing zing, making it a perfect summer drink. The prickly pear cactus fruit delicately balances the tangy lime and the smooth tequila, creating an absolute flavor bomb in a glass.

Without further ado, let’s dive into the recipe.

Ingredients, you will need:

• 2 lime wedges or slices, divided
• 2 teaspoons coarse salt
• 1/2 lime
• 1 1/2 ounce tequila
• 1 ounce cointreau
• 1/2 ounch prickly pear syrup
• 1 cup crushed ice

Directions:

1. Rub one wedge or slice of lime around the edge of the glass to wet it
2. Pour the salt onto a small plate
3. Invert the glass onto the salt and roll it around to coat the rim
4. Add the tequila, cointreau, prickly pear syrup, lime juice, and lime rind to a cocktail shaker
5. Shake the drink ingredients over ice for 10-15 seconds
6. Fill the salt-rimmed glass with fresh ice, then strain the cocktail into the glass
7. Garnish the drink with a wedge or slice of lime

This refreshing drink will leave you tantalized and wanting more. The Prickly Pear Margarita is perfect for hosting an outdoor gathering with family and friends. Its eye-catching color and sweet yet tangy taste will have your guests drooling and asking for more.

So, there you have it, folks! The recipe for the perfect summer drink – The Prickly Pear Margarita, cooked to perfection on the Ninja Outdoor Grill. Whip up a batch of this refreshing concoction and enjoy nature’s beauty while indulging in this delectable drink. Cheers to a refreshing summer!