Relief, In The Form of a Margarita

The heat has been unbearable in Southern California this week! Since we live in a 600 square foot apartment that faces due west with NO air, I was forced to take matters into my own hands, and this was my weapon:


I'm calling them Sparkling Margarita's and they are so simple. Just mix 1 part good ole' tequila (we like Cazadores for its' flavor and at around $24 a bottle it's a good value) 2 part Trader Joe's Margarita Mix and a dash of bubbling Pellegrino water, and finally the juice from half a lime (I like my margarita tart)

The result was a deliciously simple margarita. The Trader Joe's mix has a natural citrus taste that's not too sweet and just perfectly tart. Notice how the margarita's are a normal color and not neon lime green.

The splash of Pellegrino truly adds a nice touch of instant coolness. Just what is needed to combat those lingering hot days...