2 shots fresh lemon juice (I randomly came across your site just now and reading your resume is like a journey through my favorite times in Eugene). So Im making these for camping this next week and Im having a problem. HA! Looks great. Thanks! Cant wait to be able to make again and enjoy them like everyone else did!! As a big step up from triple sec and at about 1/2 the cost of Cointreau, try Gran Gala. As a very general rule of thumb, expect to get 1.5 ounces of juice from each lemon or lime. Cointreau, Batch Four: . & pour the juice through a strainer.Roll your limes on the counter with your hand , before cutting in half so theyre easier to squeeze the juice out of. Thanks for making it so enjoyable! Anyway, we have almost a gallon pitcher of these fabulous Margaritas and dont want them to go to waste. You put the mix into the machine, turn it on, wait 30 minutes, and mirabile dictu! Ill be keeping this for future reference. What about the particles, leave them in, or is there a way to make it pulp free? Fresh juice in cocktails is simply unparalleled. Can we just add enough splenda and water to equal the amount of sugar and water that would be in the syrup? I use Cointreau BTW. When serving, garnish rocks glass with cucumber strip before filling with fresh ice. Beats the hell out of me, Ive never even seen a margarita machine. My friend wanted to set it up entirely as a self-serve affair, so after mixing, I portioned it out, shook each with ice, and then refrigerated for the morning. I hardly ever use a juicer, so I dont know how it will effect the outcome of the taste. Pour the mixture into the gallon jug, then add ice to it. There were many comments about how strong they were, and there were many more comments about how they were the best margaritas theyd ever had. This might be a stupid question but how do I make them flavored such as strawberry or such? Add strawberries, remove from heat, and let sit 30 minutes until syrup is infused with strawberry flavor. The best part about using the can o' concentrate is that, once emptied, the can doubles as a measuring cup for the remaining ingredients. 1. Ive been using this recipe for years now and its awesome. I am making your recipe of your tradional margaritas for a party I am having about 125+ people- so I am using a 5 gallon water cooler for dispensing, this has worked amazing well in the past for Sangria. 1 tube limeade concentrate 1 tube lemonade concentrate 1 tube tripel sec 6 cups of tequila I know it wouldn't be slush but I'm sure I could serve it over ice. I am terrible with measuring and ratios..please help. Cant WAIT to make these for our Cinco De Mayo party down here in Alabamas Rocket City on Sunday! Oh, no. evan peters jeffrey dahmer & Academic Background; department of public works massachusetts. Took 28 limes and 33 lemons. I have to echo Jeffreys emphasis on fresh fruit juices. Huge hit. Quality: I'm sorry, but don't give me any of that bottled sweet-and-sour mix crap that's loaded with sugar and artificial flavors and is a guaranteed headache tomorrow. As you can see, we used three different types of tequila: Top-Shelf, Mid-Ranged and Rotgut, and then two different types of Triple Sec: Cheap and Expensive. Hi Jeff Thank you so much for sharing with us. 1) Try 2oz tequila, 1oz triple sec, 2oz lemon/lime juice, and a little less than 1oz of simple syrup. so better bottle or frozen 100% juice? Im actually feeling like there is something wrong with me, I shouldnt be this happy about finding a good alcohol related site. Thanks for the recipe! I have to say I love love love your website! Any suggestions on how much to dilute your recipe? It holds 3 gallons of mix. A few days, maybe a week? 3 Gallon Margarita Recipes 55+ Easy Dinner Recipes for Busy Weeknights. thanks, Sounds like a great recipe, ill know more later tonight . You can find frozen limeade in the freezer aisle of your local supermarket, and, although it does have added sugar, it's still leagues above your typical sweet-and-sour mix both in terms of adding sweetness and providing authentic lime flavor. Sounds great! Rub the rim of a glass with lime wedge. I hope this helps, and sorry for the three years of confusion.] Ive not yet tried your recipe but I fear that it may be too sweet, since whatever water is in the mix ends up becoming ice. went to mazatlan few weeks ago on a cruise. First pull of the first glass (on the rocks) was too much in-your-face tequila for me. Looks like you have a fantastic recipe. Also my best luck has been with light green individual limes, with smooth skins. Best recipe out there. Hi Jeffrey, The Real Housewives of Potomac - Season 7 Episode 14 - Facebook Everybody understands the stuggle of getting dinner on the table after a long day. I have a parrot ice margarita machine. Dip the rim of the glass into salt; fill the glass with margarita mixture; repeat for each serving. I wanted to explore one of t, @teremana has been my new favorite tequila since t, Happy Repeal Day! If you aren't serving wine, plan on 600 cocktails. Can anyone offer any advice as to how much water I should add per gallon to make up for it not being served with ice. Going to buy a juicer today! I also use Patron Citronge in place of Cointreau in a lot of recipes. YUM! The Margarita Ingredients Calculator approximates the amount of ingredients you need to make margaritas for a given number of guests. I laughed through most of them my husband was sitting across the room wondering what in the world? The overwhelming winner was Lefty Odouls Key Lime Margarita Mix. Step 2 Add ice to the mixture and blend until the margaritas are smooth and free of ice chunks. mexican restaurant margarita. Whats the best way to determine the amount to use if you want to make a large batch of frozen margaritas? Since our bartender(my wife) said it was too much work for 100 people to do by herself I made several gallons the day before.They crushed it! #1. how many gallons of margarita for 30 people. Margarita Mixing Guide | Perfect Margarita | The Margarita Man So, sorry, youre just going to have to juice the old-fashioned way. Splash of 7-UP and it was perfect. What can anyone recommend??? Update! How far in advance of of when you want to use them can you make these? how many gallons of margarita for 30 peoplemeadowglen lane apartments. Please clarify. Im thankful for everyone who, New York City! Some people spring for Grand Marnier. Is it better to just add 2 cups of water or maybe some soda water or more lemon or what? Pour kosher salt onto a plate. Ive tried different sugar substitutes and keep coming back to nutrasweet. Tangy lime, smooth tequila, and a hint of sweet orange . Could never get that balance right..any thoughts?Thanks. Would have been embarrassed. Chili's selling a gallon of margarita to-go, offering special deal for I use Coconut tequila and its over-the-top amazing!!! . he supplies the 1/2 gal syrup that you mix with another 1.5 gallons of water, 2 gal total. 2) Agave nectar is approximately twice as sweet as simple syrup, so use half the amount (and add an equal amount of water if you need to match the volume of the syrup as well). The levels should come out just about right. Thank you so much for this recipe and thank you for putting the time, effort, taste testing, measurements, kid sister comments, out there for all of us looking for an easier way, as Im sure this recipe didnt happen instantly. It is also ideal for a 5-gallon water cooler that has a pouring spout. You can rim your glasses by running a lime wedge around the edges and dipping them in a coarse sea salt or kosher salt. Hey Rob! Thanks! Call me crazy, but I dont care for pineapple in my margarita. Ethan, I used an electric juicer and the response was great from my guests. Jose Cuervo Margarita Mix Recipe: Ready in 5 Minutes Pam, Your email address will not be published. Jeffrey, Dont use any premixed flavored icky stuff. You rockthanks again, Ive become famous in my circle of friends for these Margaritas (I cite you of course), Though, they are highly requested now, Did you make your margaritas?, The best comment yet, These should be called Apache Margaritas because they sneak up on you.. With a shaken single serve marg, there will be a little dilution from water in the liquid that comes out of the shaker onto the fresh ice. Everyone says squeeze gently, but its still bitter. Thanks for sharing and making a new mommy look forward to her freedom time! Feel free to serve your margaritas over crushed ice for a frozen version. As the rain pummels the ground here in the Pacific Northwest, a little window of blue sky nestled between two dark clouds in the neighboring distance makes me wish I were watching the rain fall from across a dark ocean, my little Caribbean fishing, Update! David. But is there a reason not to try to precisely replicate the dilution from shaking in the batch? thank you! I used Tres Agaves when developing these and sharing with the office. I made 2 gallons, one with the original recipe and the other with all lime juice. crossing my fingers itll save me from squeezing 120 lemons and limes lol. Think this would work? Jeff, Does the store bought liquid Margarita Mix already have triple sec in it? Today it took about 9 limes and 15 lemons. I always make more than I needdont want to run outBUT the extra margaritas can be frozen! this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Have you experimented with a daiquiri adaptation? How much Curacao would I use?? Being that the Margarita (and its cousin, the Mexican Martini) may as well be the official drink of Austin, Texas, this is an oft-debated subject. I have had clients freeze them for up to six months and they were just fine. Of course, this is personal preference. I used El Jimador reposado, Cointreau, and the agave syrup you specified in a comment instead of simple syrup(and fresh juices, of course). Thanks in advance and I look forward to seeing you next! This recipe will become a standby in my house. I used fresh juice (took about an hours worth of squeeze time) and the results were well received. For my tastes, Cointreau was not sweet enough in balance with the rest of the cocktail. I then put it in a pre-cooled igloo jug and it kept nice and cold for about 8 hours. I will tell you, all my friends think I make the BEST margaritas ever. If you dont either, hold the simple syrup to 1 cup maximum. My friends enjoy the cadillac margaritas. I like using lemon juice to round out the citrus flavor, but tinker away with it and let us know how it turns out. Thank you for this recipe. Hey Jeff, just capitalized on some cheap citrus I found in the market and over-purchased. Next time I will cut way back on the citrus juice. Couple of reasons: 1) oz (volume) of both lime and lemon is not a measurement used by bartenders or anyone else, and 2) adding another ingredient to a single-serve Margarita is just not practical in a bar setting. Cheers!! THIS recipe is horrible. Squeezed the citrus with a lemon squeezer and it was kind of a pain but I made them again 2 weeks later so obviously it wasnt that bad. all the best to you! I am wondering, though, how to make them a little less strong as I am not much of a drinker. Are roughly 10 limes and 10 lemons enough? Cocktail Kingdom Stainless Steel Julep Strainer, Kuhn Rikon 4-Inch Nonstick Colori Paring Knife, UPDATE: So much has been discovered since this post originally went up, about the dangers of quinine in people with quinine sensitivity. Cocktails: Allow one and a half ounces of liquor for each drink. however Im trying real hard to find a good homemade recipe for a commercial frozen margarita machine mix as I obviously dont want to use the bought glow in the dark stuff. If you want to pre-dilute them before serving, please do! Would you simply omit the triple sec and simple syrup and replace it with agave syrup? This is exactly how I always make my margaritas. However, we made too much and it wasnt a heavy drinking crew (I know, crazy huh). Like many others that Ive read here, I stumbled on your website this morning. Theyre pretty potent tasting, so some added water wouldnt be a terrible idea. Hope to get a quick reply since our 60th b-day party is tomorrow. Next, add ice to a pitcher. Aw thanks! All the best, Dan. Squeeze limes until you fill up one of the empty tequila bottles with lime juice and pour that in. How long can I keep the gallon of margarita in the fridge? Float a half ounce of very high quality mezcal (Scorpion or Del Maguey) on top of this cocktail when serving. awesome recipe! We assume theyre about the same volume. I will be using it for every party going forward! That is all. Can I used a blend of triple sec cointreau and grand mariner I have about a litre off each and it would save a little money. A fifth stands for a fifth of a gallon (or four-fifths of a quart), which would be 25.6 ounces. For an easy supper that you can depend on, we picked out some of our tried-and-true favorites that have gotten us through even the busiest of days. Hi Jeffrey, my Couples Wedding Shower Fiesta is this weekend and I cant wait to try this recipe. Lindy Lou. .66 cup simple syrup. 2. A hint for those of you who dont have an electric juicer and for those that do If you zap the fruit for a few seconds in a microwave before cutting and juicing more juice is released or just roll them a bit on the bench first. so would it be not enough water thanks! I love margaritas. (tequila, triple sec, lime juice, lemon juice, & simple syrup). Perfect!!!!! The trick is to seal-a-meal the sour mix to keep it fresh. Anyways! No forks or spoons required, justeasy-to-pick-up party foods, so you can clean up in no time. Any suggestions for me please ? Like Bill (#86, 05/08/08), I have a margarita machine that makes frozen margarita slushees. There's nothing quite like a perfect, crisp margarita--served ice cold with plenty of salt and extra limes, of course. Im glad I found this website margarita is my favorite drink. #6 (Worst): Batch 6 (Tasted like a spiked Slurpee). Being carbonated might lend good things to the drinks too. It was a huge hit. (Minute Maid did not pay me for this.). A fifth used to be exactly 0.2 gallons (~757 mL); in the seventies when alcohol bottle sizes were metricized, 750 mL (0.198 gallons) became the new standard. Sounds like fun. Still went over amazingly with the crowd, and when I used the correct measurements the next night I was actually told to redo it to match this messed up batch. ha, ha, These Margaritas are fantastic! And instead of taking responsibility She goes for giving off vibes of blaming particular countries and subsets of people. Hey Jeffrey, Its WAY too strong and it is not even close to a gallon (more like half or three quarters). Thanks again! God, no. Ben. Its nice and simple! They last in the fridge and are a great compliment to mole, stir fry, green curry, cheese plates Be forewarned, dirty dishes, strewn clothes, lights left on all night, forgetting to brush teeth, wildly drunk sex, passing out, may all occur upon consumption! That being said, are your proportions with a ~80 proof triple sec in mind? How can I make these with blue curaao ?! My mom told me later that they were easy to drink (not harsh) and she had a little more than planned and slept through the night well. And after reading all the comments, I went out and bought an electric juicer, which was so worth it. Could I put the gallon jug in the freezer so they r like slush ? Thanks! Have you made this recipe yet? and of course we have to use top shelf on everything because we are MARGARITA QUEENS. I am so excited to try this at my next party!! Thanks! I know this post is old buuuut these sound delicious! Do you use your JuiceMan juicer for the citrus, if so do you simply cut them in half and throw them in? In that case one part would equal one gallon so you would use one gallon of tequila and 1/2 gallon each of triple sec and lime juice. So, for each 5-ounce cocktail, put 3 ounces of my mix into a cocktail shaker with ice. I subscribe to your blog and thoroughly enjoy your posts. Anyway, it taste good, but I was drunk after the first drink. Tangy, tart, slightly sweet and very refreshing! Is it 2:1 or 1:1 sugar to water ratio. I was wondering if youve ever tried using fresh squeezed orange juice and or pineapple juice in this mixture. I always love showing up with a gallon jug of pre-mixed margaritas for the party, so Ive decided to share my recipe with you, the loyal reader. Cant wait to try this recipe out! . You wont be disappointed. It makes the margarita smoother. You are technically right, as it is 4 ounces short. But please dont get drunk and vandalize my website. A dual machine will hold 2 flavors, and the bowls range from 3-5 gallons per side. Lyn Just substitute blue curaao for the triple sec, if youre into that sort of thing. So thanks for sharing the recipe, and Im looking forward to making them again for my next summer party once the quarantine lifts! Strong. bartender put 1/2 oz of champagne in my margarita on the rocks. Servings 1 Margarita Equipment 1 Blender Ingredients 1 ounce Jose Cuervo Tequila 3 ounces Jose Cuervo Watermelon Margarita mix 1 teaspoon Salt 1 Lime wedge 4 ounces Crushed ice Instructions Chill the margarita glasses in the fridge for 1 hour or in the freezer for 30 minutes beforehand. I will be sure to show the girls your pic while we drink a toast to you as we enjoy those tasty treast and I will keep them off the keyboard to make sure your site stays sparkly clean . If your tequila is expensive enough and smooth enough to drink straight, that is how you should drink it. Let me tell you something: No matter how groovy the label is, no matter how fresh it claims to be, no matter how many times theyve thrown the word organic on there, bottled lemon and lime juices can never come close to the flavor of freshly-squeezed. I will definitely be stopping by. Is there any way I can contribute to the upkeep of the site or to you? Well heres a really solid recipe that we use at all our bars, and that I use at home! bottle Mexican lager (such as Corona), chilled. Thanks! If I wanted to dilute the gallon what would the ratio be? Thanks, Paul! Oops make tha 4 gallons- even us girls would be pushing it with that many! Here is my next issue! Very very strongbut very very good. I think these would be great for camping ! Question: they always prefer i make their margaritas w/ Barcardi Rum (lightens up the boldness and tastes pretty darn good)so, would the amount of Barcardi be equal to tequila called for in your recipe? So youre probably coming up a little short, but remember: there is no substitute for freshly-squeezed juice. Much appreciated. Im going to attempt this recipe for my husbands surprise 40th next weekend. Long time! My husbands been begging me to make them ever since. You will not be sorry. Chili's Gallon Mar-Go-Rita - Grill & Bar Menu | Chili's My favorites are fresh cherries, blackberries, and, strawberries. Step 4 In fact, everyone wanted the recipe. 900ml Cointreau Sugar Free Monin Triple Sec syrup (non alcoholic) #4: Batch 5 (A bit harsh but drinkable) How long would it keep in a camping cooler? Thanks very much! Perfect summer drink for pool parties, Tailgates, backyard barbecues, or Cinco de Mayo celebrations. I already ordered the refractometer. P.S. I always love showing up with a gallon jug of pre-mixed margaritas for the party, so Ive. Can I purchase simple syrup at the grocery store? so the lemon tree in my yard is in full bloom, and gave up its goods to make this mix happen. When ready to serve, pour mixture into an 8-ounce glass filled with ice. I have seen comments from people using slushy machines, which I am going to rent for my party, but I cannot see the recommended quantity of ice for one gallon of mix. It's not hard. Stir to combine, then taste. I must say- they were extremely strong! Ive never met a margarita I didnt like or a bottle of tequila I didnt like for that matter, we cut our teeth on it here in Tucson. SSDD. The orange liquor is more important than the tequila in making it taste right. Before making two gallons of the stuff, I wanted to make sure I was happy with the recipe. Back to Top. Oh, wait, did I mention there's beer involved? cocktail (martini) glasses. Thanks for writing! Im making your recipe at my partners 50th in Brazil. From chips and dip to one-bite apps, finger foods are the perfect way to kick off a party. The general consensus has been yes, you can freeze them if needed. Can I use all limes instead, or will this affect the outcome? And honestly, depending on the fruit, you can get anywhere from an ounce to three ounces of juice out of one lemon or lime. Halfway through my mixing process I forgot I intended to make a half batch and used the full 6 cups of tequila when everything else was divided in half. Id love to make your bulk margaritas but how can I alter your recipe to make them Blue?? Also, have you ever tried Agave nectar in this recipe instead of simple syrup? Will be using for a tailgate and most guests will not think ahead to stir ice for dilution. Gets a little more tart but I have never had it go sour or rancid. Looked onthrough all your posts and didnt see anything about freezing. Answer:One Bottle of Traditional Margarita Mix concentrate or batch yields 3.75 gallons of beverages when mixed with water. Hi is there a way to make this batch in strawberry flavor as well? I understand wanting to avoid the batch sitting in ice all day, which would make it really inconsistent. Thanks Tammy. Step 1 Mix one batch of ingredients together in a bowl or gallon-sized pitcher. Thanks! My Husband and friends are in awe. They claim that's 25 drinks (challenge accepted), which would mean you're getting a serving of bagged margarita for just $1.20. How much of each do I use for 1 1/2 gallons? Well Done Jeffrey! Thats a ratio of 2:1:1:.22. 2. I may need counseling. It is recommended that you make one gallon batch (1 gallon) at a time because it is easier to combine the ingredients. Good blend of citrus, and the real key limes add the right amount of tart. Is a fifth the equiv. Im now obligated to recite the passage every Christmas- a bit of a twisted holiday ritual! Enjoy juicing! made this, to the letter, w/ all fresh ingredients, and dropped it into a sunny afternoon backyard party. The Brilliant Secret to Making Better Mashed Potatoes, 65 Super Easy Finger Foods to Make for Any Party. quick ques, I want to make blue margaritas.. Alex from Austin Look at you! Enter, frozen limeade concentrate. Really, whatever gets the margarita to your lips. FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE FOX LIFESTYLE NEWS "Another. Being in the state of florida i am surrounded by the stuff. another july fourth and i will be making another batch of these as requested! #5: Batch 4 (Cloyingly sweet) Can I squeeze the lime and lemons the day before and store em in the fridge? I made 2 gallons of this for my very large fourth of July party. (our husbands drag race motorcycles) We girls are the Margarita Queens of the track because of our habit. The lemons provide sort of a balance to that acidity making it easier to drink. For instance, The recipe for a margarita is one part, tequila and one half parts of triple sec and lime juice. For each drink measure 2 ounces (1/4 cup) of the margarita mixture into a cocktail shaker. Thanks for the recipe! . Jeff, you made me look like a Pro, your margaritas were awesome. Jeffrey, I tried your recipe yesterday for my birthday party. My daughter just turned 10 months and it has been a while since I drank so this Saturday the girls are coming over and we are getting Mad! I made these with Lunazul tequila( $15 a fifth), Patron Citronage ($25), and about 15 limes and 10 lemons (each 99 cents a pound at the bodega) perfect! The Best Damn Big-Batch Margaritas Your Party Has Ever Seen. I have just finished to read through posts from 2007! Thanks! Garnish glasses with salt and lime as per guests preferences. my goodness. Looking forward to the challenge of making them. Made for the Superbowl. I dont know that Im gonna be too happy squeezing all that fruit though. Hi Jeff Quick and easy to make with minimal effort. Let me know, maybe Im missing something? Want to make them blue for the 4th!! I want to add ice to the mixture to make blended margaritas. Thanks for the link! Id say go by taste, but I think 20% water is a pretty good starting place! Im sorry that I dont know how much more, but its not an impossible thing to figure out. Was great. and used Santa Cruz organic lemon and lime juice and it was still delicious! These are still available, cheap and make juicing citrus in volume a breeze. After testing, I made two gallons for a housewarming barbecue. Love the concept and tried them tonight However they were SO sour we couldnt even drink them I quick made another cup of simple syriup helped a little but ended up diluting and sweetening it up a bit by using 7- up. Thanks! 1 lime juice HOWEVER, I am not able to have all the sugar. I took notes of the recommended brands of tequila, fresh lime and lemon NOT bottled. frozen margaritas. so i would recommend equal parts mix and water it turned out great! This has been my favorite Margarita recipe since finding it around February or so, but one thing that has always bothered me is the ever-lingering question: Is it really worth it to use high quality liquor in a Margarita?. There isnt a mix in the world that can compare to fresh squeezed citrus. Im glad I could, uh, help! Would you adjust the recipe at all? As for juicing, my investment in the Breville Citrus Juicer has paid off. The fifth bottle (750 ml) has more than 3 cups of liquid, so I have much more than an ounce of triple sec left is that correct? you helped me sooo much with the ratios and proportions for a crowd. I like this recipe a lot. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine equal . Also, can you tell me your thoughts on using Grand Marnier or Cointreau as a substitute for triple sec? I use either Cointreau or Patron Citronge.
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