LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2026

Summer Corn Margarita BY ERIC VELLEND

Muddling raw corn with cilantro leaves gives this seasonal Marg a sweet, creamy texture and an herbaceous hit of flavour. It’s an out-there cocktail with mainstream appeal. Tajín is a salty, spicy, sour Mexican seasoning that’s delicious on tropical fruit or as a rimmer on Caesars and Margaritas. Agave syrup can be found in the baking or pantry aisle of most super markets, alongside other syrups and sweeteners.

Tajín and honey for rimming glass 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh raw corn kernels

10 cilantro leaves 1/2 oz agave syrup 2 oz blanco tequila 1 oz strained fresh lime juice Cilantro sprig to garnish

1. Place some Tajín on a saucer. Place two strips of painter’s tape vertically about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on a lowball glass. Brush a band of honey between tape 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) down. Roll in Tajín then remove tape. Place glass on counter and add a large ice cube. 2. Place corn, cilantro and agave syrup in a shaker. Muddle to release the corn’s starch, about 30 seconds. Add tequila and lime juice, and fill three quarters full with ice. Shake until ice-cold, about 12 seconds. Fine-strain into prepared glass. Garnish with cilantro sprig.

Makes 1 drink

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