Another Cinco de Mayo specialty!
As we continue the countdown to Cinco de Mayo, Tuesday, May 5, I thought this recipe for a Pink Señorita would be perfect. This beverage is an alternative to traditional Margaritas made with a surprise ingredient: Pink Lemonade! I love Margaritas AND lemonade, so for me, this is combinación perfecto: a Pink Lemonade Margarita.
Some lemonade factoids
Little known factoid: Both lemons and sugarcane are native to India. That country gets credit for the creation of lemonade! Other little known facts: According to Wikipedia, there are two distinct types of lemonade: cloudy and clear. Clear lemonade is generally found in the US and South Asia. Cloudy lemonade, which is typically carbonated, is more popular in Australia and the United Kingdom.
Henry E. “Sanchez” Allott gets credit for inventing pink lemonade. According to his obituary in the New York Times, Allott made pink lemonade by mistake. He accidentally dropped red cinnamon candies into the drink. (Wikipedia)
How does this differ from a Margarita?
The Margarita was declared the most popular drink in America in 2004. It’s possible that popularity got an assist from the 1977 Jimmy Buffett song “Margaritaville.” 😀
The Pink Señorita is basically a variation of a Margarita. Just look at the ingredient list:
Margarita: tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, salt
Señorita: tequila, orange liqueur, lemon juice, pink lemonade, salt
Think of this as a Pink Lemonade Margarita. Just substitute lemon juice and pink lemonade for the lime juice. This provides a different flavor profile, but still maintains the lovely complexity of a Margarita. Most mixed drinks have sweet and sour flavors. A Margarita and Señorita add a third primary taste: salt. Some say this makes it taste more “complete.”
How to make a Pink Señorita aka Pink Lemonade Margarita
Two ways to make this drink: #1: Mix up a pitcher of pink lemonade and keep it in the fridge. Then pull it out and mix a Pink Senorita as needed. Rim the glass with salt, and fill with ice. Add a shot of tequila, half shot of orange liqueur, squeeze in a little lemon juice and fill with lemonade. Yum!
Tip: This method provides lemonade for the kids and allows you to make the “adult” version as needed. 😀
#2: There are times when an all-adult “batch” of Pink Señoritas is necessary. The batch method means mixing only once, providing about four servings; perfect for “me” time or a small gathering of friends.
Grab some chips and guacamole, and you are set!
Raise your glass in a toast
I also wanted to mention that this is a bit of an anniversary for Sula and Spice. Exactly one year ago today I published my first post. It seems very fitting to raise a glass on this day. Won't you join me in a toast?
Pink Señorita
Ingredients
- 2¼ cup pink lemonade
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup orange liqueur
- 1 cup tequila
- 2 cups ice
- Salt – for rimming glasses if desired
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients (except salt) in a pitcher. Taste and adjust ingredients as needed.
- For each serving: Moisten rim of glass and dip in salt.
- Add lemonade mix and ice to each glass and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Enjoy your Pink Senorita (Pink Lemonade Margarita) with all your Tex-Mex favorites! Pico-Avocado Dip, Burrito Pie, chips and salsa or Queso Dip. Enjoy!
Going low carb? Make this drink with sugar free lemonade to cut out all the carbs!
Big Trouble
This looks delicious but dangerous, Sula! Could go down far too easily on a hot summer's day! But congrats on your one-year mark! It's been quite the journey and you've put out so many awesome recipes--way to go!
Sula
Thank you! There are more to come!
Texasgirl
You had me at Tequila
Sula
Yea, it pretty much works like that for me too!
Casandra Martinez
What pink lemonade do you use to get the color bright? I tried minute maid pink lemonade and it came out real light...
Sula
I have used Minute Maid plenty of times, its very yummy. Most recently I used Simply Lemonade which does seem to have a more "pink" color. The pictures in this post used that lemonade. 🙂
Blake Moon
Can't wait to try this.
Sula
I hope you enjoy it soon!
Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady
Oh wow I love margaritas, but I am loving this yummy twist! We usually have pink lemonade on hand, so it'll be easy to try this cocktail.
Sula
I love pink lemonade, and margaritas. It's a perfect combination!
kris
These look so refreshing. Perfect for summer!
Sula
Oh yes it is so wonderful on a hot summer day!
Emily Flint
I love this drink! It's so easy to make and perfect for outside gatherings. My girlfriends will only drink this at my house now and request it ahead of time.
Sula
Personally, I love anything made with lemonade for summer gatherings. So refreshing!
Gabriela Herrera
This drink is perfect for 5 De Mayo in my mouse. Love the pink color it will make a great party starter.
Sula
Yes, for me it starts with Cinco de Mayo and then continues all summer long!! Enjoy!
Alyssa Hixenbaugh
Wow, this drink looks so good! I can’t wait to try it after I give birth.
Sula
It will be worth it!