Combine tequila, 1/2 cup red Skittles, and red food coloring in glass jar. Cover; let stand at room temperature overnight or until candies dissolve.
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Author
Hy-Vee Seasons Magazine
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Description
Achieve a sweet cherry red cocktail by soaking red Skittles in tequila before making this margarita.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 4
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 8 oz. blanco tequila | ||
| 1 c. red Skittles candies, divided | ||
| 2 drop(s) red food coloring, optional | ||
| Lime wedges, for rims and garnish | ||
| 1 tbsp. lime zest | ||
| 2 oz. Triple Sec | ||
| 2 oz. Rose's sweetened lime juice |
Things To Grab
- Glass jar
- Blender
- Ice
- Cocktail shaker
- 2 (8-oz. each) glasses
Directions
For margaritas, grind an additional 1/2 cup Skittles in blender. Rub rims of 2 (8-oz.) glasses with lime wedges. Dip rims in ground candies mixed with lime zest; set aside.
Add Skittle-infused tequila, Triple Sec, Rose's sweetened lime juice to an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Cover; shake until well-chilled. Strain into prepared glasses. Add ice; garnish with lime slices, if desired.
Nutrition facts
Servings
520 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 0g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 0%
0%
Calcium 0%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 0%
Recipe Source:
Hy-Vee Seasons Magazine September 2021