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Guy’s Mexican Martinis

Mexican martinis, unlike margaritas, include olive juice and olives, and are served straight up, rather than frozen or on the rocks. Guy has been working on this potent recipe for years. It’s best enjoyed at home at the end of a long week.

Yield: 2 generous servings Total time: 15 minutes
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Mexican Martini

Like margaritas, but garnished with olives and served straight up rather than frozen or on the rocks, Mexican martinis are a quintessential part of hot Austin summers.

Yield: 1 large serving Total time: 10 minutes
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Anchorita

This margarita made with ancho chile liqueur, silver tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar is the best spicy margarita recipe we’ve tested.

Yield: 1 drink Total time: 5 minutes
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Champagne Margaritas

These cocktails are delicious, but strong! The Champagne rounds out the strong flavors of the tequila, making a strong drink seem mellow.

This recipe easily doubles or triples for a crowd. Mix and chill the ingredients, and then top with Champagne to serve.

Yield: 8 drinks Total time: 1 hour 15 minutes
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Ryan’s Classic Margarita

It’s a “classic” because it only uses high-quality original ingredients – not a margarita mix.

Yield: 1 drink Total time: 15 minutes
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Cranberry Margaritas

This frozen margarita with cranberry juice, frozen cranberries, lime juice, and Grand Marnier is tart and refreshing.

Yield: 4 servings Total time: 10 minutes