PRICKLY PEAR MARGARITAS

hot pink margarita

Ever wanted to know how to make a hot pink margarita? You’re in luck! I’ve been on a serious margarita kick since we moved to Dallas. After trying the prickly pear margarita at Chuy’s and posting a picture on Instagram, I knew I had to find a way to recreate it at home. Gretchen and I started searching for recipes online and then played around to see which ones tasted best. I’m so stoked with how this one turned out — I really need to plan a housewarming party so I have an excuse to whip up another batch!

prickly pear margarita recipe

Hot pink prickly pear margaritas (makes four)

6 ounces clear tequila (we used Patrón Silver)

4 ounces Cointreau

4 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice

2 ounces prickly pear cactus syrup (we used this one)

1 ounce orange juice

Salt for rims

Lime wedges for garnish

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1.  Slice and squeeze limes. Use one lime to rim glasses with salt.

2. Mix ingredients in cocktail shaker and pour over ice.

3. Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and serve.

hot pink prickly pear margaritas

Tag me on Instagram @mackenziehoran if you decide to try them — I can’t wait to hear what you think!

P.S. I picked up these glasses at Pottery Barn (we’d been using these from my boutique but I wanted to be able to see the pretty pink color!) and I love that they’re basically unbreakable. #winning