Feeling creative? Try whipping up this Peroni Margarita cocktail recipe

What happens when a bottle of Peroni beer meets the quintessential ingredients of a margarita? Why a ‘largarita’ of course. This clever recipe creates a refreshing, bubbly cocktail that’s perfect for toasting to the weekend.

Peroni Margarita Recipe
Makes 2

Ingredients:
1 shot tequila
1 shot fresh lime juice
1 shot Cointreau
1 bottle Peroni
Lime zest (to garnish)

Method:
1. Combine tequila, lime juice and Cointreau in a shaker.
2. Add ice to just above the level of the liquid and shake for 5 seconds. 
3. Strain into glasses filled with ice and top with Peroni. Garnish with lime zest.

Add extra lime slices or salt the rim of your glass for an extra finishing touch.

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