Prickly pear jalapeno margarita

The latest craze is a prickly pear jalapeno margarita!  Prickly pear comes from a cactus, and is a part of the Mexican diet for years.  Add a hint of heat from a jalapeno and the sweetness of the pear balances out perfectly.  All summer long my customers have been loving it and the gorgeous color.

Start by muddling four slices of jalapeno.  Fill the glass with ice, and add two ounces of tequila, an ounce of triple sec, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.  Next add the prickly pear puree, about an ounce.  Shake vigorously, and strain over fresh ice.  I like to strain the cocktail because it keeps out the jalapenos without losing the flavor.  It just looks better.  Garnish with a salted rim, a lime wedge, and one slice of jalapeno.

Have a safe, fun Labor day weekend, and enjoy a Prickly pear jalapeno margarita!
Salud!