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Beer Margaritas

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We made an already simple recipe even easier by omitting brand names from the ingredient list. Almost any tequila will do — but after experimenting with several different beers, we found we prefer a lighter-style lager here. This recipe can be readily increased to serve a large crowd.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

1 lime, cut into 8 wedges
1/4 cup coarse salt
2 chilled 12-oz bottles beer (not dark; preferably a lighter-style lager)
1/2 cup thawed frozen limeade concentrate
1/2 cup chilled tequila
Ice cubes

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Rub lime wedges around rims of 4 Margarita glasses.

    Step 2

    Dip rims in salt to coat lightly.

    Step 3

    In a medium pitcher, combine beer, limeade, and tequila.

    Step 4

    Fill prepared glasses with ice, then with margarita mixture.

    Step 5

    Garnish with remaining lime wedges.

    Step 6

    Serve immediately.

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