On February 22nd, celebrate National Margarita Day with Tequila Avión. Voted the “World’s Best Tasting Tequila” (San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2012), Tequila Avión is crafted using exceptional Avión Agave from the highest elevations in Jalisco, Mexico. Traditionally made with tequila, triple sec and lime juice, the Margarita is one of the nation’s most popular mixed drinks. Add a modern twist to the classic favorite and mix up one of these inventive recipes created with Tequila Avión.

Elevated Margarita (Vibrant Lime)
Elevated Margarita

2 parts Avión Silver or Reposado

1 part Fresh Lime Juice

1/2  part Agave Nectar
Combine ingredients in shaker with ice, and shake vigorously.  Fine strain over fresh ice.  Garnish with a lime wheel.

Spicy Sage Margarita

Spicy Sage Margarita

2 oz. Avión Silver

3/4 oz. Jalapeño-Infused Elderflower Liqueur

1/2 oz. Orange Juice

1/4 oz. Lemon Juice

1/2 oz. Lime Juice

3/4 oz. Simple Syrup

3 Sage Leaves

1 Sage Leaf and Salt for garnish
Muddle sage in a shaker. Add all ingredients. Shake. Double strain. Pour over ice in salt-rimmed glass. Garnish with sage leaf.

Blood Orange Margarita (2)

Blood Orange Margarita

1 1/2 parts Tequila Avión

3/4  part Cointreau Orange Liqueur

1 part Blood Orange Juice

1/2  part Fresh Sour Mix
In a cocktail shaker add all ingredients with ice.  Shake and strain; best served over fresh ice and garnish with an orange twist.

Rita-Rioja

Rita Rioja

1 1/2 oz. Tequila Avión Reposado

3/4 oz. Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice

3/4 oz. Simple Syrup (equal parts sugar and water)

Fresh Red Pepper Cilantro
Muddle a fresh red pepper and a few leaves of cilantro in a cocktail shaker. Add Tequila Avión Reposado, fresh lime juice and simple syrup. Fill cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a salt rimmed cocktail glass.