Pear Pitcher Margaritas with Chile-Lime Rims Recipe

Step 1

Peel pears and scoop out just the seeds; the slightly harder parts of the flesh will purée well. Chop into large chunks and place in the blender.

Step 2

Add lime juice, tequila, maple syrup, and 3/4 cup ice. Give everything a long whir until you have a smoothie-like consistency. Add the cilantro and pulse a few more times for green, herby flecks.

Step 3

Now let the flavors mingle in the blender while you prepare the rims.

Step 4

On a small plate, mix the chile powder, salt, and lime zest.

Step 5

Grab 4 glasses—about 6-ish ounces each. Run one of the spent lime wedges along each rim, then dip in the salt mixture, evenly coating the rim.

Step 6

Fill glasses halfway with ice, add 1–2 dashes of optional bitters, then pour 4 margaritas for 4 lucky people.