Tamarind Margarita: When Exotic Tangy Tamarind Meets Vibrant Tequila

Elevate your cocktail repertoire with this unique Tamarind Margarita recipe. Featuring a perfect balance of tangy tamarind and smooth tequila, this drink is sure to impress at any gathering.

TAMARIND MARGARITA: Sip the Exotic.

Let's make this Tamarind Margarita recipe together following Baza’s step-by-step guidance

Tamarind Margarita Recipe

INGREDIENTS:

• Silver Tequila: 1 ⅓ oz (40 ml)

• Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice: 1 oz (30 ml)

• Triple Sec or Cointreau: ⅔ oz (20 ml)

• Tamarind Concentrate: ⅔ oz (20 ml)

• Tamarind Syrup: ⅓ oz (10 ml) (optional, adjust to taste)

• Ice Cubes

• Tamarind Sugar: (optional, for rimming the glass)

• Lime Wedge: for garnish
  
  

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Prepare the Tamarind Concentrate:

   • In a bowl, combine the tamarind pulp with hot water. Let it soak for about 15 minutes, then strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing the pulp to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. This will yield your tamarind concentrate

2. Prep Your Glassware:

   • If desired, rim your glass with salt, sugar (or tamarind sugar). Start by running a lime wedge around the rim of your glass to moisten it, then dip it into a shallow plate of tamarind sugar until coated. Set aside.

3. Mix the Margarita:

   • In a cocktail shaker, combine the silver tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, triple sec or Cointreau, tamarind concentrate, and Tamarind Syrup. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.

   • Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients thoroughly.

4. Prepare Your Serving Glass:

   • To chill your serving glass, fill it with ice cubes, swirl to cool, then discard the ice.

5. Strain and Serve:

   • Strain the Tamarind Margarita mixture from the shaker into your chilled serving glass.

6. Garnish with Freshness:

   • Garnish your Tamarind Margarita with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.

7. Sip and Enjoy:

   • Take a sip and savor the unique and tangy flavor of your Tamarind Margarita.

#Pro Tips from Baza

** Ice Matters ** Always use fresh ice when shaking your margarita to avoid dilution from pre-melted ice.

** Balance Your Sweet and Sour ** Adjust the amount of Tamarind Syrup based on the acidity of your lime juice to achieve the perfect balance between sweet and sour.

** Chill Your Glass ** Chilling your glass before serving keeps your margarita cooler for longer, enhancing the drinking experience.

** Experiment with Rim Salts ** Beyond tamarind sugar, try rimming your glass with chili salt or a mix of salt and sugar to complement the tangy flavor of the tamarind.

** Shake Vigorously ** Ensure you shake the cocktail vigorously for at least 15 seconds to properly mix the ingredients and achieve a slight frothiness.