Celebrate Big Oscar Wins with Sauza Tequila!

The Oscars are this Sunday, and to celebrate all the big winners, here are some great recipes from Sauza!

Tequila or High Water

·         1 part Sauza® Signature Blue Silver Tequila

·         ½ part lime juice

·         ½ part simple syrup

·         4 parts champagne (chilled)

Preparation: Add tequila, lime juice and simple syrup to an ice-filled shaker. Shake and strain into glass. Top with Champagne.

Margaritas by the Sea (Serves 8)

·         1 ½ cups Sauza® Signature Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila

·         ½ cup DeKuyper® Triple Sec Liqueur

·         1 cup lime juice

·         ½ cup simple syrup

·         8 lime wheels

Preparation: Mix all ingredients in an ice-filled pitcher. Serve in salt-rimmed margarita glasses garnished with lime wheels.

Tequila Moonlight

·         1 part Sauza® Gold Tequila

·         ½ parts DeKuyper® Triple Sec Liqueur

·         2 parts orange juice

·         2 parts lime juice

·         2 parts agave nectar

·         Orange wheel 

Preparation: Add all ingredients to an ice-filled shaker. Shake and strain over ice into a salt-rimmed glass. Garnish with an orange wheel.

A Full Roster of Margaritas for National Margarita Day!

On February 22, there’s finally a reason to celebrate during the work week – it’s National Margarita Day!

Whether hosting a happy hour with colleagues or celebrating with friends at brunch, Sauza Tequila is honoring the holiday with a full menu of pitcher-style margaritas, so no matter what time of day you choose to toast with a margarita, Sauza has the perfect suggestions! 

·         Meeting up with friends for brunch? Sauza’s Tequila Sunrise margarita is made with fresh orange juice, cranberry juice and lime juice – just the right amount of flavor to zest up your day

·         Celebrating during lunch? Sauza’s Perfect Pear margarita is made with lime, lemon, fresh pear and topped with rosemary – a fruity drink to complement an afternoon bite

·         Meeting up with colleagues for happy hour? Sauza’s Classic Margarita is an easy-to-make recipe made with lime juice, simple syrup and triple sec – best served pitcher-style with a side of lime wedges for larger groups

·         Mixing up cocktails in the evening with your S.O? Sauza’s Late Night Lychee is made with lychee syrup, fresh lime juice, and jalapeño slices – a perfect way to spice up the night  

Sauza® Tequila Sunrise (Serves 8)

·         2 cups Sauza® Signature Blue Silver

·         1 cup lime juice

·         1 cup orange juice

·         3 cups cranberry juice

·         8 orange wedges

Preparation: Add ingredients to a pitcher and stir. Pour over ice into glasses. Garnish each with an orange wedge.

Perfect Pear (Serves 8)

·         2 cups Sauza® Signature Blue Silver

·         1 cup simple syrup

·         1/2 cup lime

·         1/2 cup lemon

·         4  peeled pears

·         8 rosemary sprigs

Preparation: Add ingredients to an ice-filled pitcher and stir. Pour into margarita glasses and garnish each with a pear slice and rosemary sprig.

Sauza® Classic Margarita (Serves 8)

·         1 ½ cups Sauza® Signature Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila

·         1 cup lime juice

·         ½ cup DeKuyper® Triple Sec Liqueur

·         ½ cup simple syrup

·         Salt for rimming

·         Lime wheels 

Preparation: Add ingredients to pitcher and stir. Pour over ice into salt-rimmed margarita glasses. Garnish each with a lime wheel on the rim and serve. 

The Late Night Lychee (Serves 8)

·         1 1/2 cups Sauza® Signature Blue Silver

·         1/2 cup lychee-infused simple syrup

·         1/2 cup fresh lime juice

·         15-20 sprigs of cilantro

·         8  jalapeño slices

·         Lychee garnish

Preparation: Add ingredients to an ice-filled pitcher and stir. Pour over ice into salt-rimmed margarita glasses. Garnish with lychee and cilantro.

Raise a Glass of Sauza Tequila - 2016 is Almost OVER!

New Year’s Eve often leaves many scrambling – whether it’s determining last-minute details with friends, figuring out what to wear (sparkly or black?), and, for some, who qualifies for the much-anticipated New Year’s Eve kiss once the ball drops!

While those details are still TBD, Sauza Tequila is here to relieve some 2017 countdown stress with cocktails that are easy to create and worthy of a last-of-2016 Instagram moment. The Bubbles and Berries margarita is a perfect blend of fresh flavors and bubbly!

Bubbles and Berries

·        1 part Sauza® Gold Tequila

·        1 part lime juice

·        1/2 parts simple syrup

·        2 parts Sparkling water

·        Splash of Dekuyper® RazzMatazz

·        Fresh raspberries

Preparation: Add Sauza Tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and Dekuyper® RazzMatazz into an ice-filled shaker. Shake and strain into glass. Top with sparkling water. Garnish with fresh raspberries. Enjoy!

Simple Cocktails for a Labor(less) Day!

Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! Whether you’re throwing a backyard BBQ or pool party, these simply delicious cocktails from Hornitos Tequila, Pinnacle Vodka, Sauza Tequila and Skinnygirl Cocktails will lighten your Labor Day load with some labor-less cocktails. With recipes from easy to easier to easiest, these drinks will help you give summer a proper sendoff with minimal effort and lots of fun. 

Easy 

If you’re looking for an easy recipe to serve at your end-of-summer bash, mix up this pitcher-style cocktail ahead of time so you don’t have to play bartender all night. 

Sauza® Prickly Pink Margarita (serves 8)

·         1 cup Sauza® Signature Blue Silver Tequila

·         1/2 cup DeKuyper® Triple Sec

·         1/2 cup prickly pear syrup

·         1 cup limeade

·         Pear slices

·         Lime wedges

Preparation: Combine all ingredients in a pitcher with ice and stir. Strain into salt-rimmed glasses and serve. Garnish with pear slice and lime wedge.

Easier 

Regardless of your spirit of choice, these no-fuss recipes contain just a few simple ingredients and are a breeze to whip up at your BBQ. 

Pinnacle® Citrus Splash 

·         1 part Pinnacle® Citrus Vodka

·         2 parts Lemon-Lime Soda 

·         Raspberries 

Preparation: Mix in a glass with ice and garnish with a raspberry. 

Hornitos® Spicy Verde

·         2 parts Hornitos® Reposado Tequila

·         3 parts fresh pineapple juice

·         1/2 part fresh lime juice

·         2 dashes green habanero hot sauce

Preparation: Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a highball glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a lime slice.

Easiest 

No time to think about drinks while your guests are arriving? This new ready to serve includes notes of cool lime and refreshing watermelon for the perfect summertime cocktail. 

Skinnygirl® Watermelon Lime Margarita 

·         5 parts Skinnygirl® Watermelon Lime Margarita

·         Watermelon wedge for garnish 

Preparation: Pour Skinnygirl® Watermelon Lime Margarita over ice and garnish with a watermelon wedge

Inside Bethenny's Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita Launch & RHoNY Viewing Party

Last night, Bethenny Frankel hosted a rooftop party above Rockefeller Center to celebrate the release of the new Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita and to view the penultimate episode of The Real Housewives of New York City.

The original Skinnygirl, Bethenny Frankel, introduces her new Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita to fans at the “Real Housewives of New York City” viewing party, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016 in New York. (Diane Bondareff/Invision for Skinnygirl Cocktails/AP Images)

The setting was unbelievably spectacular, the drinks were unbelievably tasty, and the #RHoNY drama was just plain unbelievable!

If you caught last night's episode, you know how crazy the ladies of NYC got during their Miami getaway, but the Miami heat had nothing on the hot location of last night's party ("sick," we agreed with Bethenny at one point)!

Nestled between the buildings of the Manhattan skyline was a lush rooftop bar with seating areas, a pool, and TVs to screen the latest episode of the hit Bravo series. Watching the Real Housewives with some Real Housewives was such a treat, and it was so interesting to witness Bethenny's and Carole Radziwill's reactions to what was happening on the show.

Bethenny Frankel and Carole Radziwill toast to new Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita at the “Real Housewives of New York City” viewing party, Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016, in New York.  (Diane Bondareff/Invision for Skinnygirl Cocktails/AP Images)

On commercial breaks, Bethenny did a Q&A, shared some cocktail recipes, and hung with her friends.

Bethenny Frankel debuts a new look and a new offering at the launch party for her Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita with an exclusive viewing of “Real Housewives of New York City,” Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016, in New York.  (Diane Bondareff/Invision for Skinnygirl Cocktails/AP Images)

Being outside on a warm summer night in the city was such an incredible experience, and seeing Bethenny again was a massive highlight of my summer. The B is definitely back, and she KNOWS how to throw a party!

Survive the Champagne Shortage with Sparkling Cocktails from Sauza

As you may already know, there is a current shortage of champagne (!!), leaving bubbly lovers in a panic! Due to bad weather, rot, and mildew in the Champagne region of France, we are experiencing one of the lowest yielding Champagne seasons since the 1980s.

But fear not, champagne lovers! It is still possible to get a bubbly fix with Sauza® Tequila. So, while champagne may be in limited supply, you can still raise a toast and make any moment a celebration with sparkling cocktails from Sauza.

Sparkling Sunrise

·         1 part Sauza® Signature Blue Silver

·         1 part champagne

·         2 parts orange juice

·         Splash of grenadine

·         Orange wedge garnish

Preparation: Combine Sauza® Signature Blue Silver, orange juice, and grenadine in a shaker with ice. Stir, and strain into glass. Top it off with champagne and garnish with an orange wedge.

Tequila Sparkler

·         1 part Sauza® Signature Blue Silver

·         1/2 part Lime Juice

·         1/2 part Simple Syrup

·         4 parts Champagne

Preparation: Add tequila, lime juice and simple syrup to an ice-filled shaker. Shake and strain into glass. Top with Champagne.

4th of July - The Skinnygirl and Sauza way!

Sauza® Tequila

Sauza® Watermelon Margarita (serves 8)

·         1 cup Sauza® Tequila

·         ½ cup Lime juice

·         ½ cup Triple sec

·         1 cup Watermelon juice

·         Drop of Honey

Preparation: Add ingredients to an ice-filled pitcher and stir. Pour into salt or sugar-rimmed glasses and garnish with a watermelon wedge. 

Skinnygirl®

Berry Patriotic

·         1 part Skinnygirl® Bare Naked Vodka

·         1 part DeKuyper® Blueberry Schnapps

·         Splash of club Soda

·         5 muddled strawberries

·         20 blueberries

Preparation: Add muddled strawberries to a glass and top with ice. Shake Skinnygirl® Bare Naked Vodka and DeKuyper® Blueberry Schnapps in a shaker with ice. Strain into the glass and top with club soda and blueberries.

Make a Splash with NEW Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita

Just in time for summer, new Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita is a refreshing mix of light watermelon and cool lime. Whether you are looking for a warm weather staple or a delicious margarita without the guilt, there’s something to offer everyone! And, it’s so simple to serve – just pour over ice in a margarita glass and garnish with a watermelon and lime wedge. 

“Watermelon is one of my favorite flavors,” said Bethenny Frankel, founder of Skinnygirl Cocktails, natural foods chef, Real Housewives star and expert hostess. “The new Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita is BEYOND! I’m obsessed and will be enjoying it all season long while entertaining by the pool and relaxing at the beach.”

Here are the details on Skinnygirl Watermelon Lime Margarita -

·         The perfect balance of cool lime and refreshing watermelon

·         Available in June, the ready-to-serve cocktail contains a bright, fruity aroma with light tequila and citrus notes

·         Finishes with a sweet and tart melon flavor 

·         Under 100 calories per serving and 19.9 proof

·         Offered in a 750 mL bottle for $12.99

Perk Alert: New Watermelon Lime Margarita is perfect for summer entertaining. Here are a few suggestions on how to incorporate it into your warm weather soiree below: 

·         Pair new Watermelon Lime Margarita with Balsamic Caprese Skewers (recipe below) as an afternoon snack while entertaining guests. Three skewers are less than 60 calories while our ready to serve marg is less than 100! It’s the perfect combo for a hot summer day.

·         Bring your cocktail to the next level by creating a Sassy Slush! Pour Watermelon Lime Margarita over shaved ice and garnish with a watermelon wedge. 

·         Bring the heat and spice up your cocktail with a chili rim – just mix chili powder and coarse salt – or garnish with jalapeno slices. 

Balsamic Caprese Skewers  

·         Cherry tomatoes

·         Mozzarella balls, patted dry with a paper towel

·         Basil leaves

·         Pepper

·         Balsamic vinegar

Preparation: Using 6-inch bamboo skewers, first place a cherry tomato, then a large basil leaf followed by a mozzarella ball.  Continue these steps until you have the amount of skewers you desire. Arrange them on a platter and sprinkle with a bit of pepper.  Serve with balsamic vinegar or drizzle over top, just remember to drizzle right before serving so that your basil leaves don't wilt.

Sizzle Your Way Through Cooling Temperatures with Skinnygirl Cocktails

Stirred, shaken or…spicy? As the temperatures begin to drop, Skinnygirl Cocktails is here to ease the chill and turn up the heat with spicy recipes! 

Skinnygirl Cocktails is warming up these cold-weathered months with a little kick of chili pepper and hot sauce! Give your cocktail of choice a spicy boost this season with a Skinnygirl Firecracker or Skinnygirl Mulled Wine. 

Looking for a cute way to add more flavor? A chili powder rim makes any margarita more fun, and our pick for a touch of spice in your drink is Skinnygirl Spicy Lime Margarita. It’s ready to serve and makes entertaining so easy!

Skinnygirl® Firecracker 

·         2 parts Skinnygirl®  Cucumber Vodka

·         2 parts low-sodium tomato juice

·         Splash of fresh lemon juice

·         Squeeze of fresh lime juice

·         Dash of Worcestershire sauce (to taste)

·         Dash of hot sauce

·         Sprinkle of celery salt

·         Lime for garnish

·         Cucumber for garnish

Preparation: Mix all ingredients, pour over ice and garnish with cucumber and lime.

Skinnygirl® Mulled Wine

• 1 bottle of Skinnygirl® Pinot Noir
• 3 cinnamon sticks, broken in half
• ¼ part whole cloves
• 3 star anise
• 1 whole nutmeg, cracked with the side of a chef’s knife into a few pieces
• 1 orange peel
• Agave nectar to taste
• Lemon slice for garnish
• Star anise for garnish
• Cinnamon sticks for garnish

Preparation: Pour wine into a large saucepan and cook over low heat. Make a sachet with the spices by tying them together in cheesecloth and put the sachet into the saucepan. Let simmer for 30 minutes. Add agave nectar to taste, then pour the wine through a strainer and serve in a heatproof glass. Garnish with a lemon slice, star anise and cinnamon sticks.

Toast to Summer's Sendoff with Delicious Cocktails from Skinnygirl!

Whether you’re staying home by the pool or going on a weekend getaway this Labor Day, it’s hard to deny that summer is slowly coming to an end. There’s no better way to give the season a proper sendoff than by surrounding yourself with family, friends, and hassle-free cocktails!

Skinnygirl Cocktails® ready-to-serve cocktails take the work out of cocktailing – simply pour and enjoy! 

·         If you’re craving a little a spice in your cocktail, be sure to try Skinnygirl® Spicy Lime Margarita. It finishes with a bright lime flavor and lingering subtle heat for those hot summer nights.

·         Cool off with Skinnygirl® Sweet’arita! It features an aroma of lime complemented by notes of peppery tequila and orange for a sweet settling finish. 

·         Trying to find the perfect fruit-flavored cocktail? Sip on Skinnygirl® White Peach Margarita! The flavors of sweet and juicy peach complemented with notes of silver tequila will keep you satisfied regardless of the weather!

If you’re up for mixing a few cocktails yourself, you’ll find easy-to-make recipes that include a last taste of summertime flavors below.

Summer’s Kiss Goodbye  

·         2 parts Skinnygirl® Bare Naked Vodka

·         2 large, muddled strawberries

·         3-4 pieces of basil

·         Splash of club soda

Preparation: Pour all ingredients except club soda over ice. Muddle strawberries and top with club soda.

Summer’s End

·         1 ½  parts Skinnygirl®  Cucumber Vodka

·         3 – 4 parts soda water  

·         Cucumber for garnish

Preparation: Mix all ingredients over ice.  Cut the cucumber into thin slices and garnish.