La Boca Tequila Cocktail: Spicy Mango Margarita
Ingredients:
- 2 oz La Boca Tequila Reposado
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz mango puree (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 oz agave syrup
- 2-3 slices of fresh jalapeño (adjust to taste)
- Tajín or salt, for rimming (optional)
- Mango slice or jalapeño slice, for garnish
Instructions:
- Rim a rocks glass with Tajín or salt by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into the seasoning.
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle 2 slices of jalapeño (adjust to your spice preference).
- Add La Boca Tequila Reposado, fresh lime juice, mango puree, and agave syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a slice of mango or jalapeño.
La Boca Tequila Food Pairing: Tequila Lime Shrimp Tacos
Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup La Boca Tequila Reposado
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: shredded cabbage or lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, cilantro, sour cream
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season shrimp with chili powder, salt, and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add lime juice and La Boca Tequila Reposado to the skillet. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with tequila lime shrimp and desired toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy with a Spicy Mango Margarita for a perfect pairing!
These recipes showcase the versatility of La Boca Tequila, enhancing both cocktails and dishes with its distinctive flavors.