Hello, NowOmaha.com readers! As we continue to relish these sun-soaked summer days, our Drink of the Week brings a Nebraska twist to a classic: the Cornhusker Margarita. This cocktail blends the tangy delight of a traditional margarita with a hint of sweet corn, a nod to our Nebraska roots.
The Cornhusker Margarita is a celebration of our beloved state’s agricultural heritage. Nebraska is renowned for its corn production, so what better way to toast our beautiful state than with a corn-infused cocktail? This drink uses a corn simple syrup to add a unique, sweet twist to the citrusy bite of a classic margarita.
Here’s the recipe for the Cornhusker Margarita:
Ingredients:
For the Corn Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
For the Margarita:
- 2 ounces tequila
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce corn simple syrup
- 1 ounce triple sec
- Ice
- Lime wheel and fresh corn kernels for garnish
Instructions:
- First, make the corn simple syrup. Combine the corn kernels, sugar, and water in a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, then strain and cool.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, corn simple syrup, and triple sec. Add ice and shake vigorously.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled margarita glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprinkle of fresh corn kernels.
The Cornhusker Margarita is a fantastic way to celebrate and enjoy Nebraska’s summer season. Cheers to sunny days, warm nights, and the bounty of our beautiful state!