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Austin Margarita (aka Mexican Martini)

“After living in Austin Texas for 10 years, my husband and I perfected the perfect margarita. The secret to success is fresh fruit juice only and it doesn't use any pre-made mixes! Don't skimp and try buying juice. Squeeze it yourself or you won't get the best taste! If you are a real olive lover, add pimento stuffed olives and call it a 'Mexican martini'...delicious! and you won't confuse yours with anyone else's if you add 3 olives on a stirrer. :)”

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Reviewed: Jul. 18, 2009

This was pretty tasty. I used tequila gold because I do not like silver, and Triple Sec in place of orange juice and Cointreau. And the olive, strangely enough, tasted really good in the drink!

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amydoll

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Rockford, Illinois, USA

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Reviewed: Jul. 14, 2009

I had never had a Mexican Martini until I moved to Central Texas- now that's all I order when we go out. These are great, and go down very smooth. My kids loved them when they were out for a visit too.

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SweetBasil

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: San Diego, California, USA

Living In: Liberty Hill, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Jun. 13, 2009

I have lived in Austin most of my life and agree this is one of the best margaritas!! I LOVE olives so I add some of the juice when mixing everything together! Also, skip OJ and use a splash of triple sec!!

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Reviewed: May 3, 2009

The addition of so much fresh orange juice negates the flavors of the expensive liquors. You save a LOT of money by using Triple Sec. If you are using Grand Marnier then skip the orange juice for a much better margarita!

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H.S.

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Reviewed: Apr. 18, 2009

Austin is my second home and this drink brings me back!!! I skip the olives but add an orange or lemon slice. These are the best!! Perfect for the summer!

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Reviewed: Apr. 17, 2009

bad...olives were not a good addition

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Reviewed: Oct. 13, 2008

WOW! These are soo good, I juiced all the fruit ahead of time and it was a breeze to whip these up and the taste is fabulous!! Although I did switch the name to Alamo Martinis..LOL Thanks for sharing!! What a difference the fresh juice makes, I will never go pre-mixed again!! Will be making these often =)

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