National Margarita Day

National Margarita Day History

National Margarita Day seeks to appreciate the tequila-based alcoholic cocktail. A margarita is a cocktail made of tequila, triple sec, and either lime or lemon juice served in a glass with salt on the rim. The origin of the margarita is unclear as many bartenders around the world have laid claim to the drink's creation. Several bartenders and restaurant owners in Mexico allege to have created the drink for a female friend with a name similar to Margarita. Given that the cocktail contains tequila, the drink may have originated somewhere in Mexico.

National Margarita Day is believed to have emerged in the 1990s. It is observed annually on February 22nd.

Facts & quotes about National Margarita Day

• The true origins of the margarita are unknown. Some believe it was invented in Mexico as the tequila used in margaritas comes from blue agave plants grown in Los Altos, Mexico.
• Margarita placed 4th in Drink International's ranking The World's Best-Selling Classic Cocktails 2022.
• Margarita means daisy flower in Spanish.
• The record for the largest margarita is held by Margaritaville, USA. With a volume of 32,176 liters, the margarita took 300 hours and 60 people to prepare.
• The London Bar in New York City is selling the 'Billionaire's Margarita’ as each glass costs $1200. Here are the ingredients:
  45ml Patrón en Lalique Serie 1
  30ml Rémy Martin Louis XIII
  15ml Organic Blue Agave Nectar
  15ml Fresh Organic Key Lime Juice
  15ml Fresh Organic Meyer Lemon Juice
  10 Dashes House-Made Cara Sour Bitters
• If life gives you limes, make margaritas. - Jimmy Buffet, American singer

In the News and Trending in the US for National Margarita Day

Top things to do in the US for National Margarita Day

• Make Margaritas! The most popular variations according web search traffic in descending order are: strawberry margarita, skinny margarita, patron margarita, mango margarita.
• Go on a tequila distillery tour to learn more about the art of making tequila. One popular destination is the Mexican State of Jalisco from which Tequila originated.
• Visit your local tavern, bar or restaurant on National Margarita Day as most will offer discounts and specials to celebrate.
• Try a spin on the traditional margarita with these unique flavor combinations:
  1) Strawberry Siracha Margarita
  2) Roasted blueberry basil margarita
  3) Lavender Margarita
• Attend a margarita festival. Here are some margarita festivals from across the United States:
  1) Tampa Bay Margarita Festival
  2) Chicago Margarita Festival
  3) Texas Margarita Festival
  4) Mammoth Margarita Festival
  5) Margarita March