El Paso, Texas, is the birthplace of the margarita. Best news ever? Si!
Visit El Paso has concocted a trip idea that takes visitors to the best places in the city to try the signature drink.
“The margarita is a part of El Paso’s history and pairs well with our truly authentic Mexican food,” says Leesy McCorgary, digital marketing manager with Visit El Paso. “Each of the restaurants I can suggest are well suited to host large groups with advance notice. The restaurants are locally owned and operated and known as favorites among the locals.”
Visitors looking for an award-winning margarita with some extra tequila should visit Carlos & Mickey’s, where they can order the Texas-Sized Margarita—a margarita so big, it’s limited to just one per customer.
The Chamoyada is a ruby-hued margarita served up at Barrigas Restaurant. The drink is blended with tequila, Chamoy and Cointreau and trimmed with Tajín seasoning.
Ever tried a margarita with a kick? Julio’s Café Corona boasts an extensive selection of margarita flavors and combinations, including the jalapeno margarita that’s made with tequila, cilantro and jalapenos.
Another popular option is the classic margarita at L&J Café, a local landmark known for delicious food and no-frills margaritas. If you want the frills, though, stumble down to Cantina Malolam and order the Mint Jamaica Margarita, mixed with hibiscus, mint and fresh limes.
For more El Paso trip ideas, email McCorgary or go to visitelpaso.com.
Top photo: Barrigas Restaurant’s Chamoyada
Photo by barriagas.com
