Don Francisco Margarita

COCKTAIL SPOTLIGHT

Celebrate Mexican Independence with a spirit made to honor it.

Crafted with the tequila created to honor Mexican Independence, this vibrant mix of Hornitos®, fresh citrus and honey is made for moments of celebration. Shake up a round of cocktails ready for this unforgettable holiday.

main spirit

Tequila

FLAVOR

Sweet

skill level

Intermediate

Some founders take the independent path.

In 1974, Don Francisco Javier Sauza succeeded in making the Jalisco region the only source of true Tequila. His dream of pioneering while preserving tradition continues to this day with a tequila created to honor Mexican Independence in every way.   Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with each new Cocktail Spotlight.

MAKE THE Don Francisco Margarita

Ingredients

2 parts

Hornitos® Plata Tequila

1 part

Orange Juice

½ part Fresh Squeezed

Lime Juice

¾ part

Honey Syrup

Salt and Chili Powder (for rim)

Garnish: Orange Wheel,

Edible Marigold

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Instructions

Put equal parts salt and chili powder on a plate. Use an orange or lime wedge to wet the rim of the glass, and gently roll it into the salt/chili powder. Combine cocktail ingredients in an ice-filled shaker and shake until well chilled. Shake and strain into your rimmed rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with an orange wheel and edible marigold.