Classic: Margarita

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Preparation info
  • Makes

    1

    Drink
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Spirits of '76: Celebrating 250 Years with Cocktails from Every State

By Kim Laidlaw

Published 2026

  • About

Although the classic margarita originated in Mexico, it has become a beloved fixture in Texas bars, restaurants, and cantinas, highlighting the state’s strong connection to Mexican heritage and its vibrant border culture. The frozen margarita, a Texas innovation, was first created in Dallas in the 1970s, further cementing its place in the state’s drink history.