The 1862 victory over the French army by Mexico is not only the reason for Cinco de Mayo but is a fact that is often overshadowed by the delightfully palate quenching discovery of the MARGARITA!!!  And to celebrate, we’re starting our blenders and whipping up a few batches of a homemade recipe we like to call the Sassafras – a sparkling combination of fresh mint, berries, lime juice, prosecco, and of course, tequila.  Are you ready to party?

The Ingredients (makes 1 serving):

• 1-Cup of Crushed Ice
• Fresh mint
• ¼ Cup of Frozen Unsweetened Strawberries
• ¼ Cup of Frozen Raspberries
• ¼ Cup of Frozen Blackberries
• 2-tbsp Lime juice
• 1 shot (1.5-ounce) of Republic tequila
• ¾-Cup of Prosecco or Sprite
• Lime or Strawberry Wedge for Garnish

The Raw Materials:

• A Blender
• Margarita Glass

The Instructions:

• Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until consistency is uniform and slushy
• Pour into a margarita glass
• Adorn with lime or strawberry garnish
• Drink up and enjoy!

Happy Cinco de Mayo!!

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