National Margarita Day

National Margarita Day History

National Margarita Day is dedicated to celebrating the iconic cocktail, the Margarita. The cocktail, a concoction of tequila, triple sec and lime juice, often allocated a place of honour on drink menus worldwide due to its refreshing and zesty flavour. The day is marked by celebratory offers and events at various bars and restaurants, encouraging people to enjoy the cocktail and appreciate its uniqueness. This special day also pays homage to the skilled bartenders and mixologists who continue to refine and innovate the classic margarita recipe.

There is not a definitive history on the origin of National Margarita Day and the cocktail’s origin itself remains a disputed topic with various claims to its creation from different parts of Mexico and the United States. What remains beyond dispute, however, is the enjoyment and appreciation for the cocktail in the United Kingdom. While tequila might not be a traditional British tipple, the county's fondness for international cuisine and drinks means the Margarita has gained significant popularity, featuring prominently on the menu of many British bars and restaurants.

In the United Kingdom, National Margarita Day is usually observed in a similar fashion to other parts of the world. Bars and restaurants often celebrate the occasion with a variety of special promotions, including discounted Margaritas, creative new Margarita recipes to try, or margarita tasting events. These festivities encourage patrons to explore different varieties of the cocktail and appreciate the skill and creativity that goes into crafting each one. National Margarita Day is held annually on the 22nd of February, providing a mid-winter opportunity to taste a hint of summer season with this refreshing cocktail.

Facts about National Margarita Day

• The true origins of the margarita are unknown. Some believe it was invented in Mexico as the tequila used in margaritas comes from blue agave plants grown in Los Altos, Mexico.
• Margarita placed 4th in Drink International's ranking The World's Best-Selling Classic Cocktails 2022.
• Margarita means daisy flower in Spanish.
• Tequila, the primary liquor in margaritas, is becoming more popular in the UK. British drinkers now consume more than 3 million liters of tequila a year.
• In 2013, a new world record was set in London for the largest Margarita ever made. The cocktail measured 3,378 liters (709.7 gallons) and was created by the AquaRiva Tequila company.

In the News and Trending in the UK for National Margarita Day

Top things to do in the UK for National Margarita Day

• Make Margaritas! The most popular variations according web search traffic in descending order are: strawberry margarita, skinny margarita, patron margarita, mango margarita.
• Go on a tequila distillery tour to learn more about the art of making tequila. One popular destination is the Mexican State of Jalisco from which Tequila originated.
• Margarita Bar: If you are hosting a party, set up a 'Make your own Margarita' bar with a variety of tequilas, limes, salts, sugars, and fruit for guests to use and create their own custom drinks. You could also provide other mix-ins such as orange liqueur, grapefruit juice, or agave nectar for additional customization.
• Visit London Margarita Rumble: Although not always on National Margarita Day, this mixology competition gathers many cocktail bars and restaurants that compete to deliver the best margarita in the city.