Margarita Day

Since:
🥂 2010

Where Happiness Is Shaken, Not Stirred! 🍋🍹

The Perfect Excuse To Get Your Lime On!🍹🍋

When life gives you lemons, make margaritas – or so the saying goes.
The margarita’s simplicity is its allure. Its three core ingredients—tequila, lime juice and orange liqueur—combine to create a harmonious symphony of flavors. The tequila provides a backbone of earthy agave, while the lime juice adds a zesty citrusy burst and the orange liqueur lends a touch of sweetness and intrigue.
Whether you prefer it on the rocks, frozen, or with a salted rim, the margarita is always a crowd-pleaser.

A Tipsy Tale of Margarita History! 🕰️

The margarita, a refreshing blend of tequila, lime juice and orange liqueur, is said to have originated in Mexico in the early 1940s.
Who invented the margarita is a mystery of many legends. It may have been created by a former milkman who craved drinks with more zing. Maybe it was named after a singer or a dancer? Not according to the advertisements who claimed the margarita was “more than just a girls’ name”.
What do we know about the margarita? It’s the drink that says, “I’m here to party, but I’m bringing a bit of sass with me.”

The Origin of Margarita Day🥂

In 2008, Margarita Day was officially established by Todd McCalla, a commercial real estate agent with a passion for the iconic cocktail. Determined to spark a global margarita movement, he established Margarita Day, a day dedicated to indulge in this liquid sunshine and spread its infectious joy.
Margarita Day is now observed annually on February 22nd, providing a platform for bars and restaurants to showcase their margarita creations, while individuals can indulge in their margarita of choice. It’s a day where time zones blur and the only language spoken is the universal murmur of blissful sips and shared laughter.
So, here’s to Todd, here’s to the margarita and here’s to the world coming together in a symphony of tequila-infused harmony! .

Celebration Guide to Margarita Day Celebration! 🎊🍹

Wondering how to properly honor the sacred Margarita Day?
While the festivities vary depending on personal preferences and locations, there are a few traditional ways to mark this momentous occasion:

Shake, Stir, Sip:
Start the day right with the quintessential margarita shake. Whether you prefer it shaken or stirred, the key is to craft it with love!
Embrace the Frozen Margarita Trend:
If you prefer your margaritas icy cold, indulge in the frozen version. Blend together your favorite margarita ingredients, pour into frozen glasses and enjoy the slushy goodness.
Host a Margarita Party:
Don’t drink alone! Set up a margarita bar and invite your friends over. Deck out your space with vibrant colors, blast some lively tunes and let the margaritas flow like a river of joy.
Fiesta Fashion:
Dress code? Sombrero chic. Break out the vibrant colors, embrace the maracas and let your style scream “¡Viva la Margarita!”
Margarita Treats:
Bake a batch of margarita-inspired brownies, whip up a refreshing margarita sorbet, or indulge in a decadent margarita-spiked cheesecake.
Pin the Lime on the Margarita:
A playful twist on a classic game—blindfolded guests attempt to pin the lime on the oversized margarita.
Margarita and Movie Marathon:
Pair your margaritas with a cinematic journey. Whether it’s a classic film or a guilty pleasure!
Margarita Karaoke:
Turn your living room into a karaoke stage. Belt out your favorite tunes with a margarita in hand – liquid courage at its finest.
Share the Sip:
Savor the moment together, even if miles apart. Use the hashtags #MargaritaDay #NationalMargaritaDay to share photos of your creations, tag your margarita-loving friends and spread the cheer.

Shaking Up Perfection 🍋🍹

The margarita is a deceptively simple cocktail with a complex flavor profile.
Here’s the insider scoop on mixing magic:

Ingredients:

50 ml tequila. The heart of the margarita!
20 ml orange liqueur: Cointreau or Triple Sec are common choices.
15 ml lime juice: The zesty backbone of the margarita.
Salt for rimming the glass

Instructions:

Chill your margarita glasses by freezing your glasses or fill them with ice and let them sit for a few minutes before pouring in your margarita.
Rub the rim of a margarita glass with a lime wedge and dip it in salt.
Combine tequila, lime juice and orange liqueur in a shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds. Dance while you shake to infuse extra flair!
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with a lime wedge or slice of orange.

Tips for Margarita Perfection:

Use high-quality ingredients, especially tequila. A good tequila will make a world of difference in the flavor of your margarita.
Fresh lime juice is non-negotiable. Squeeze it yourself; there’s no room for pre-packaged imitations.
The vessel matters. Go for the classic margarita glass or use a hollowed-out fruit for an eco-friendly touch.
Shaken for a crisp, refreshing experience, stirred for elegance, or blended for a slushy delight. Experiment and find your preferred method—it’s a personal journey of margarita enlightenment.

Mix it Up!

The classic margarita remains the epitome of perfection, but there’s a whole world of margarita variations waiting to be explored:

Instead of the classic salt rim, try a sugar rim for a sweeter twist. Garnish your margarita with fresh fruit slices, citrus wedges, or even edible flowers.
For a slushy delight, blend your margarita ingredients with ice until smooth and pour into a chilled glass.
Add a fiery kick to your margarita with a dash of jalapeño-infused tequila or add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce.
Indulge in a summery twist with fresh strawberries muddled into your margarita mix.
Blend your favorite fruits, such as mango, pineapple, or strawberry, into your margarita for a tropical twist.
Add a splash of salted caramel syrup to your margarita for a sweet and salty harmony.
Add a few slices of cucumber to your margarita for a refreshing twist.

Don’t be afraid to experiment. Whether it’s adding jalapeños for heat or swapping triple sec for Grand Marnier, make it your own!

TL;DR: Tequila Lifts Despondent Routines 🍋

As you savor the refreshing blend of tequila, lime and orange liqueur, remember that you are part of a global community united by a shared love for this citrusy delight. So, gather your friends, shake up a batch of your favorite margarita and if anyone questions your jubilant spirit, simply proclaim that Wild Calendar granted you permission to do so. And don’t forget to extend an invitation to all souls to join the margarita madness and revel in the essence of life.
May your glasses be perpetually filled with sunshine, laughter and the sweet, salty zing of a margarita

✨🍹 ¡Salud, amigos! 🌵🎉