There’s something about a margarita that tastes like sunshine, laughter, and ocean breeze all at once. Whether it’s poolside, beachside, or just after a long day, this iconic cocktail has been a symbol of laid-back celebration for nearly a century.
But for me, it all goes back to a little shack of a bar in Cabo San Lucas—long before the cruise ships and resort chains turned the sleepy fishing town into a tourist destination.
A Cabo Classic
Poncho, the bartender at this hidden gem near the marina, had a standing deal with me: if I brought him a couple of fresh mahi-mahi from my morning fishing trips, he’d pour me the remnants of whatever cocktails he was mixing for tourists.
The true reward, though, wasn’t the leftovers—it was the margarita.
Poncho’s specialty was simple: a classic margarita on the rocks. No slush, no shortcuts—just bright citrus, crisp tequila, and a hint of sweetness. What he called a Cadillac Margarita was really his father’s timeless recipe, passed down behind the bar like a family heirloom.
Each time, as he handed it to me, he’d say:
“This is my father’s favorite recipe.”
And he was right. Nowhere in Cabo did it get any better.
A Little History in Every Sip
The exact origin of the margarita is hotly debated. Some say it was created in the 1930s for a showgirl named Marjorie King who was allergic to all liquor except tequila. Others claim it was first mixed in Tijuana or even Texas. Regardless of its birthplace, the margarita quickly gained traction as the cocktail of choice for warm-weather revelers across North America.
Traditionally made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec, the margarita's clean, bright flavor has kept it a favorite for decades—simple, refreshing, and endlessly adaptable.
The LiquidZERO Margarita: A Tribute to Tradition
At LiquidZERO, we’ve tried to capture the spirit of Poncho’s father’s legendary margarita in every pouch of our Classic Lime Margarita Mix. With real dehydrated lime and zero added sugar, it delivers all the flavor without the guilt.
LiquidZERO Classic Margarita Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 serving of LiquidZERO Classic Lime Margarita Mix
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 4 oz cold water
- Ice
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Optional: Salt rim + lime wedge
Instructions:
- Rim your glass with salt (optional).
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In a shaker, combine margarita mix, tequila, water, and ice.
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Shake for about 10 seconds.
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Pour over fresh ice.
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Garnish with a lime wedge.
This isn't just a drink. It's a story in a glass. A nod to old Cabo, to Poncho, to fathers and fish tacos—and to the kind of margarita that doesn’t need to shout. It just delivers.
Here’s to tradition, to flavor, and to never settling for anything less than the perfect pour.
