by Brian | May 16, 2014 | Recipes
There are books with margarita recipes, lots of books. You may think that every possible idea has been explored, but that is far from true. I’ve presented my basic components for a margarita before: Tequila Orange liquor Citrus juice Simple syrup...
by Brian | Apr 27, 2013 | Dedicated Drinker's Diary
The Story I think that the margarita is the drink with the widest range of presentation. There are a zillion different versions. And, the thing is, even the basest version does have something to say for itself. Thank back, a year or two, a decade or three, to your...
by Brian | Mar 20, 2012 | Dedicated Drinker's Diary, Recipes
Curra’s Grill in South Austin is famous for its wonderful Tex-Mex food, all day long. They open at 7AM and go to 10PM. This “local” place makes the Texas Monthly “Best 50” list for Tex-Mex food, quite an accomplishment. And a deserved one. My son, daughter-in-law, and...
by Brian | Mar 6, 2010 | Dedicated Drinker's Diary, Recipes
I love mangos. I can never escape the feeling that the flavor in my mouth is tropical, exotic, and on so sweet. I rarely eat a mango by itself but prefer to combine it into salads, salsas, and beverages. Here is the perfect mango beverage: a Mango Margarita with loads...
by Brian | Feb 1, 2010 | Dedicated Drinker's Diary, Recipes
Many drink recipes, including my margarita, use sugar syrup as an essential ingredient. For some beverages, including that margarita, a citrus-flavored sugar syrup can boost the flavor. Making a citrus syrup is just as easy as making a standard one. Try this recipe...