8 Iconic Margaritas To Drink On Margarita Day
A collab between Cointreau, Patron and some of the best bars in town to reinvent this classic cocktail resulted in these stunning drinks
Check your calendar! International Margarita Day is fast approaching and the perfect way to celebrate is naturally with nothing but the best tasting margaritas in town. And while the actual Margarita Day is on February 22, festivities are starting early this year, thanks to a collab between Cointreau, Patron Tequila and select bars in Manila.
But first, the cocktail. Back in 1948, socialite Margaret “Margarita” Sames hosted an extravagant soiree for her friends at her vacation home in Acapulco. She concocted a special drink by mixing two of her favorite spirits, Cointreau and tequila, giving birth to the classic cocktail we now know as the Margarita. They say that one of her guests that night was Tommy Hilton, owner of the Hilton hotels, and he later added the drink to the Hilton's bar menus. Since then, the margarita has become one of the best cocktails ever served.
This month, Cointreau pays homage to Margaret Sames by creating the "Perfect Margarita" drink in collaboration with Patron using Patron Silver. It is the perfect white spirit to create the cocktail made from the finest Weber Blue Agave and handcrafted in small batches. It has the aromas of fruits and citrus, with a smooth and sweet taste, and has a finish of light pepper.
Both Cointreau and Patron will take over renowned bars in the Metro to celebrate the wonderful festivity. Check out the events and spots that will serve the Perfect Margarita with a twist:
Margarita Madness
Margarita Madness
Alegria
From February 18 to 22, Alegria Manila in Bonifacio High Streetwill host none other than Patron Perfectionist finalist Errol Barbosa who will take over the bar and serve cocktails including Buenavida. The drink is made with Cointreau, Patron Silver, fresh lime, lychee syrup, elderflower syrup, cucumber, and agave worm salt.
Photo Credit: Alegria Manila
Alibi Lounge Bar
On February 22, folks from the south can celebrate at this spot in Alabang. An alumnus of the Cointreau bartending competition (La Maison Cointreau) and Patron Perfectionist Champion for the Philippines Lawrence Gabriel will host the night. The bar will serve one of its known cocktails, The Perfect Excuse, made from the classic recipe but with a playful feel by roasting the lemons before juicing and adding salt to the sugar instead of doing the classical salt rims.
Photo Credit: Alibi Lounge Bar
Alamat
Alamat, one of the first gastropubs in Poblacion, will serve drinks such as Juanderlast made with Cointreau, Tequila, Mezcal, kamias/orange, vanilla pandan, citrus, and salt. Finishing the drink with orange air heightens the orange aromatics of Cointreau and elevates its orange notes. From February 22 until 27, enjoy the drink for only Php 300.
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Southbank Café + Lounge
Independent café and cocktail bar Southbank will stimulate the palate with different flavors and textures with their Fresh Daisy. The drink is made with Cointreau, Patron Silver, Ancho Reyes Verde (citrus cloud foam) simple syrup, and egg white. From February 21 to 27, the drink sells at Php 300 only. The lounge also has an expansive option of food and drinks to choose from.
Photo Credit: Southbank Café + Lounge
Baccarat Room & Bar
For a classic and more intimate setting, check out Baccarat. Bartender Lawrence Gabriel recommends Mezcla de Baya Margarita or Mixed Berry Margarita inspired by 'Fresas con Crema', a traditional no-bake dessert from Mexico mostly consumed during summer. The drink is mixed with egg white instead of cream for the texture without making it too heavy, plus blueberry and creme de cassis that give it another layer of flavor.
Photo Credit: Baccarat Room & Bar
HQ Poblacion
When in Makati, check out HQ Poblacion. Inspired by Notorious B.I.G., the bar offers two full cocktail bars and a consistent line-up of DJs and quality cocktails for an unforgettable night. This is the perfect spot for those looking for a mysterious place with an amazing vibe and cocktails to match. Their Perfect Margarita is named Notorious Margarita, made with Cointreau, Patrón Reposado (Silver), spicy mango syrup, fresh lime juice, & garnish with salt, sugar, lemon powder, cayenne, and basil.
Photo Credit: HQ Poblacion
The Hotel Bar at Pinks
Sitting inside Pinks, The Hotel Bar will serve drinks including Petty Cash Margarita, one of their fast-moving cocktails at the bar concocted by underrated bartender Jay-ar Sapalleda. The drink is sold Php 420 per glass from 5 pm to 8 pm.
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OTO will serve their Peachy Keen, a twisted classic margarita cocktail, with a perfect harmony of citrus and sweetness with a spicy finish. Enjoy the drink at Php 420 only.
Photo Credit: OTO
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