Which Tequila to Use
Blanco (White/Plata): Pure and unaged, offering a smooth, sweet, and vegetal flavor. Ideal for a crisp, clean Italian Margarita, letting Amaretto and citrus shine. Reposado (Rested): Aged for 2 months to a year, providing a golden color and a smoother, more complex taste with notes of oak, vanilla, honey, and spices. Creates a richer Italian Margarita. Añejo (Aged): Aged for 1 to 3 years, darker with a complex flavor profile including chocolate, tobacco, and caramel. Results in a deeper, more intricate Italian Margarita. Extra Añejo (Extra Aged): Aged for at least 3 years, offering a rich, smooth, and complex profile similar to fine whiskey or cognac. Creates a luxurious Italian Margarita, though the robust flavors may overshadow other ingredients.
For a balanced Italian Margarita, Tequila Blanco or Reposado tequila is the recommended best tequila. However, feel free to experiment with Añejo tequila or Extra Añejo for a unique twist, bearing in mind the significant change in the flavor profile. The Italian liquor in this recipe is Amaretto liquor, specifically Disaronno, which is my favorite when it comes to Amaretto liquor.
How to Make an Italian Margarita
Step #1: Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Step #2: Shake. Enjoy Responsibly. This post and recipe are intended for those of legal drinking age.
