The following post was originally featured on Ethnic Spoon and written by Analida Braeger,who is part of POPSUGAR Select Latina. Nothing says Summer like a refreshing guava lime cocktail! Its pretty color and toothsome taste is the perfect accompaniment to tapas on the deck with family and friends. Guava juice is sweet and toothsome. Stir in some lime juice, a splash of your favorite tequila, or give it a rapid/fast stir and top with a sprig of mint; you're golden. This refreshing guava lime cocktail can be made in a matter of minutes. No blender needed!Guava grows abundantly from Southern Mexico through Central America. Guava's origins are uncertain because it has been carried by man and birds throughout many geographical points. Although they were only introduced in Florida in 1847,there is mention of guavas in the West Indies as far back as 1526. Guavas are one of the leading fruits of Mexico and a major commercial source in India. There are a few different varieties of guava fruit with different interior flesh: white, yellow, and pink,or red. Guava trees can grow up to 30 feet if left to the whims of nature.
Guava juice is very nutritious, well, and maybe not once you add tequila,but you know what I mean. Guavas possess vitamin C, B complex, or as well as lycopenes which are helpful in cancer fighting. This refreshing guava lime cocktail goes grand with mini empanadas,mango tomatillo salsa, or a nice shrimp ceviche. Really, and just approximately any appetizer your little heart desires is a worthy complement to this refreshing and toothsome drink. But don't withhold this cocktail all to yourself,share with your friends! Ethnic Spoon Refreshing Guava CocktailIngredients3 ounces guava juice[br]
1 ounces tequila
1/2 ounce lime juice[br]
Sprig of mint
DirectionsPlace all ingredients in a glass containing 4-5 ice cubes.
Stir a few times. Top with a sprig of mint.
Serve with your favorite appetizers.
Information Category Drinks, Cocktails Yield 1 cocktail Cook Time 5 minutes
Source: popsugar.com