The legendary singer-songwriter, and mayor of “Margaritaville, Jimmy Buffett, passed on Friday at age 76. Buffett sang of paradise and tequila drinks for nearly 60 years. leaving a legacy of joy and relaxation behind him. Known for his playful music and beachy vibes, Jimmy Buffett was an icon of the American music scene since his 1977 hit, “Margaritaville,” took the world by storm, bringing his laid-back style into the mainstream.
The “Margaritaville” singer-inspired devotees, known as “Parrotheads”, are some of the best fans I’ve personally had the pleasure of serving. They celebrate a more laid-back lifestyle with his music. A Buffett concert was the experience of a lifetime! The embrace of this relaxed, beach bum attitude saw great success throughout the singer’s life with a chain of restaurants, resorts, collaborations, tons of merchandise, and even a Broadway musical.
So, in honor of Buffett’s life and legacy, I gave you his official recipe from Carlo Sernaglia and Julia Turshen’s Margaritaville cookbook that was shared with PEOPLE Magazine in the August 2018 issue. If you’re wasting away in Margaritaville, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Perfect Margarita is just the drink you need. It’s the standard margarita recipe but with the very best of ingredients. It’s just a particularly good combination of fresh ingredients. That’s the whole idea of it actually. Just to take the typical margarita recipe to a whole new level.
¼ cup tequila
3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
3 Tbsp. water
2 Tbsp. triple sec
1 Tbsp. superfine sugar
Salt
Lime wedge
In a cocktail shaker, add 1 cup ice, tequila, fresh lime juice, 3 tablespoons water, triple sec, and superfine sugar. 2. Shake well and pour contents into a salt-rimmed glass. Garnish with a lime wedge. And be sure to keep it between the navigational beacon