Prickly Pear Cocktail

The first time I made this Prickly Pear Cocktail was in university. I believe that I’m one of the first people who tried to make this cocktail and believe me, it’s a great experience you should try if you love cocktails, especially fruity ones.

I don’t usually use prickly pear in my recipes, and I think many others don’t either. The fruit isn’t very popular in food, but making this Prickly Pear Cocktail is a different story. The idea came from my roommate, who I believe was from Ontario. He knew a lot about cocktails and introduced me to this one.

So, I did my research and found out I needed prickly pear syrup, which I got from Amazon. But don’t worry, if you want a homemade recipe, just let me know, The other ingredients are classic for this type of cocktail like tequila (Which I always use Blanco and you should too), lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup. And of course, the preparation is just like any other cocktail: mixing, shaking, and enjoying.

The first time I tasted it, the flavor felt unusual. The prickly pear had a unique taste, but it was good, I highly recommend trying it and enjoying it with fellow cocktail lovers.

Ingredients

• 2 oz prickly pear syrup
• 1 ½ oz tequila (blanco is better)
• 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• ½ oz triple sec (orange liqueur)
• ½ oz simple syrup (optional)
• Ice cubes
• Coarse salt or sugar (for rimming the glass, optional)
• Lime wedge (for garnish)

How to Make Prickly Pear Cocktail?

Step 1:

Rub a lime on the edge of the glass if you want, then dip it in sugar.

Step 2:

Add ice to the shaker, then pour in the prickly pear syrup, tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.

Step 3:

Close the shaker and shake it really well for 20 seconds.

Step 4:

Strain the drink into your glass with ice. and Enjoy.

Kitchen Equipment

• Cocktail shaker
• Jigger or measuring cup
• Strainer
• Glass (rocks glass or margarita glass)
• Knife and cutting board
• Small plate (for rimming salt or sugar)

What to Serve with Prickly Pear Cocktail?

The Prickly Pear Cocktail has a nice fruity flavor that pairs nicely with chips and guacamole, Spicy shrimp tacos, or grilled fish, You can also try it with Lemon Blackberry Pound Cake or Strawberry Crunch Pound Cake. Also, a fresh mango salsa with tortilla chips will be good, as I hear that the mango flavors go so well with Prickly Pear flavors, I didn’t try it but I think I will next time.

FAQ

What is prickly pear syrup?

Prickly pear syrup is a sweet, nice-looking color (pink) syrup made from the fruit of the prickly pear cactus. The taste is similar to watermelon and berries.

What type of tequila should I use?

A high-quality blanco works best.

Can I make this cocktail without alcohol?

Yes, Replace the tequila and triple sec with lemon-lime soda.

Can I use bottled lime juice instead of fresh?

I think Fresh lime juice is best for flavor.

How do I make this a frozen cocktail?

Just, Blend all ingredients with ice until smooth.

What other fruits pair well with prickly pear?

Mango, pineapple, and strawberries.

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