We stopped off to meet the lovely team at Company Magazine last week to give them a taste of Mexico with Sauza Tequila. The Easy Margarita and Strawberry and Basil Margarita cocktails were the order of the day for a team tasting just before the bank holiday weekend. Not everyone had tried tequila as a cocktail before but there were definitely some new enthusiasts after trying Sauza as a delicious new long drink! The Strawberry and Basil Margarita was a hit and immediately named the Company Magazine cocktail of the week and itâs no surprise as Mexicoâs national tipple is becoming ever more popular and âtequila tribeâ bars are popping up all over the UK.
If you fancy knocking one up yourself, here’s the recipe:
Strawberry & Basil Margarita
Essential Method: Muddle
Add 2 shots of Sauza Hornitos Plata Tequila, ½ barspoon(s) Bols Triple Sec Liqueur, 1 shot(s) freshly squeezed lime juice, ½ shot(s) gomme (sugar) syrup, 3 quartered fresh strawberries & 4 leave(s) fresh basil into a clean, empty Boston Shaker Glass
- Muddle gently together to release the juices & essential oils
- Fill Boston Shaker Glass with cubed ice
- Shake vigorously for 12 seconds
- Using both a Hawthorne & Tea (Conical) Strainer, fine strain into a pre-chilled cocktail glass, garnish with a strawberry half & basil leaf
- Enjoy!
