Cutwater Margarita Variety

This Margarita Variety from CUTWATER is a ready-to-drink assortment, so the margaritas come already mixed and canned. A variety format usually means several margarita flavors in one pack, though the details here don't list which ones. Check the packaging for the lineup and the strength before you plan a menu around it. Canned margaritas in this style typically pair tequila with lime and a sweetener. Expect a citrus-forward profile with some salt-and-agave character, and the fruit versions will lean sweeter. Serve them cold. Chill the cans thoroughly in the fridge or in an ice bucket, because a canned cocktail loses its edge quickly as it warms. For the best texture, pour over fresh ice rather than drinking straight from the can. A rocks glass or a short tumbler works well, and a stemmed margarita glass suits the classic presentation. If you want a salted rim, run a lime wedge around the glass and dip it in coarse salt before you pour. A fresh lime wedge or wheel on the side brightens any of them, and it helps most with the sweeter flavors. Because the cocktail is already built, mixing is optional. A splash of soda water stretches a sweeter flavor and softens it. A squeeze of lime sharpens it, and a few slices of jalapeño steeped in the glass add heat. Over crushed ice in a blender, a margarita can also be turned into a frozen drink. For food, margaritas suit dishes with salt, acid, and spice. Tacos, carnitas, fish tacos with cabbage slaw, chips with guacamole or salsa, grilled shrimp, and quesadillas all hold up well. Fruit-style flavors also go with spicy wings and barbecue, where the sweetness offsets the heat.