A margarita at Ventana is an entirely different and superior species than the frozen neon green concoctions in salt-crusted glasses you see in chains across America. The delicious and sophisticated flavors include tangerine, habanero, jalapeño, and seafoam, but I think the cucumber margarita is the cream of the tequila crop.
It’s the rare tequila drink that makes you feel refreshed, but this Ventana concoction is the alcoholic equivalent of a cucumber eye mask at a spa. The flavor is fresh and tangy with the breezy cucumber flavor balancing perfectly with the tequila zing. It’s topped off with Ventana’s sea foam, which should be patented and served with margaritas worldwide. The frothy foam with citrus zest and subtle saltiness is the perfect alternative to a salt crusted glass, which makes the drinker feel like a deer at a salt lick in comparison. Served up by Mike, one of the best bartenders in town, my only complaint about the cucumber margarita is how quickly it goes down.
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#1 by AD on February 22nd, 2010
the seafoam topper is not original – it has been done for years at Cafe Atlantico in DC. Lime juice, salt, and lecithin whipped with a stick blender. Brilliant. I need to try Ventanas version. What is the price tag on the cucumber variety??
#2 by Jed on February 22nd, 2010
We'll have to try theirs next time we're up there. Thanks for the tip! Ventana's are $8. Click the drink menu image here for more descriptions, prices, etc.: http://mastomillers.com/2009/10/11/ventana/
#3 by alexandragibson on February 24th, 2010
I think the sea foam might be the grossest thing I've ever put in my mouth. It literally tastes like the foam that washes up with the tide. I know it's definitely a polarizing topping.
That being said, I LOVE the jalapeno margarita at Ventana. It's super spicy, and even more than super delicious.
Alexandra
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#4 by erin on February 24th, 2010
We'll have to agree to disagree on the sea foam
but can be united that the jalapeno margarita is fantastic.
#5 by alexandragibson on February 24th, 2010
I think the sea foam might be the grossest thing I've ever put in my mouth. It literally tastes like the foam that washes up with the tide. I know it's definitely a polarizing topping.
That being said, I LOVE the jalapeno margarita at Ventana. It's super spicy, and even more than super delicious.
Alexandra
@gibsondm
http://goodtastepurveyors.com
#6 by erin on February 24th, 2010
We'll have to agree to disagree on the sea foam
but can be united that the jalapeno margarita is fantastic.
#7 by jay on April 17th, 2010
wth the fao would you add water wih thelime juice?