Pomegranate Pizzazz is a day to join in revelry! While this spirited holiday honors Mexico’s win against French forces at the battle of Puebla in 1862, it has become a very popular holiday in America since the 1960’s and has grown into a celebration of pride. There are now enormous Cinco de Mayo festivals held yearly in cities such as Chicago, Portland, and Denver (around 400,000 people tend to show up!).
Of course, indulging in food and drink is an extra fun part of this special day, so turn to Bigelow Tea for your celebrations! In fact, make a toast with these amazing margarita recipes – absolutamente delicioso!
Ultimate Pomegranate Margarita
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Become known amongst friends as the margarita master when you mix up this outrageously delicious drink that features fruity herbal tea!
Ingredients
- 6 ounces (180mL) boiling water
- 6 Bigelow Pomegranate Pizzazz Herbal Tea Bags
- 1 ounce (30mL) white tequila
- 1 ounce (30mL) lime juice
- 1 ounce (30mL) Cointreau
- 1 teaspoon (5mL) sugar
- 10 ice cubes
- 1 small pomegranate (seeds used for garnish)
Instructions
Pour boiling water over Bigelow Pomegranate Pizzazz Herbal tea bags. Let steep 3-4 minutes. Remove bags and chill. Place chilled tea in blender with remaining ingredients and ice cubes; blend until mixture turns to slush. Garnished with pomegranate seeds (optional).
Virgin Pomegranate Margarita
If you want to get in the spirit of Cinco de Mayo celebrations but tequila isn’t your thing, you can still drink with the best of them when you sip this fab virgin margarita- it’s perfect for kids, too!
Ingredients
- 6 ounces (180mL) boiling water
- 6 Bigelow Pomegranate Pizzazz Herbal Tea Bags
- 1 ounce (30mL) fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon (5mL) lime juice or to taste
- 1 teaspoon (5mL) sugar or to taste
For a Frozen Margarita – see directions below:
- Ice Cubes
- Orange slices for garnish
Instructions
Boil water and pour over 6 Bigelow Pomegranate Herbal tea bags. Let steep 3-4 minutes. Remove tea bags. Add orange juice, lime juice and sugar. Stir well. Serve warm. To make a Frozen Pomegranate Margarita follow the above directions (using the same ingredients) instead of serving warm, chill. Place in blender with ice cubes and blend until mixture turns to slush. Serve with an orange garnish.
¡A su salud!! #TeaProudly #CincodeMayo2017