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Prickly Pear Cocktail Recipe

Savor the taste of the Arizona desert with this vibrant Prickly Pear Cocktail! A true gem from Ajo, Arizona's 150th-anniversary celebration, this recipe hails from the renowned Señor Pico Restaurants in California. This refreshing cocktail is surprisingly easy to make, perfect for a hot summer day or a festive gathering. Experience the unique sweetness and tartness of prickly pear in a beautifully balanced drink.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 10.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Prickly Pear Cocktail

  • Lime
  • Prickly Pear Syrup
  • 2 ounces tequila (blanco or reposado recommended)
  • Ice

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How to Make Prickly Pear Cocktail

  1. Combine 1 cup prickly pear juice, 2 ounces tequila, 1 ounce lime juice, 0.75 ounces agave nectar, and a few ice cubes in a blender.
  2. Blend until completely smooth.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled margarita glass.
  4. Garnish with a lime wedge and a prickly pear slice (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

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