Drink Your Way Through Arizona On The Margarita Marathon
By Katie Lawrence|Published May 31, 2019
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
Summer is on the horizon, and you know what that means it’s time to start strategizing all of the ways to beat the sweltering desert heat when it arrives. One of our favorite ways to cool off? With a cold, refreshing drink in hand – especially a margarita. Mexican food just isn’t complete without one of these classic cocktails, so we’ve created a “Margarita Marathon” that will lead you to nine of Arizona’s finest watering holes. Grab a designated driver and set out on this cool trip to decide which margarita reigns supreme.
You’ll find a customizable Google Map with locations and exact driving directions here. Cheers!
With 11 different margaritas to choose from, this hip Phoenix watering hole certainly lives up to its name. Add-ins like watermelon syrup, mango puree, and pineapple juice take this already refreshing summertime drink to a whole new level. Enjoying a night out with all your friends? Order a fish bowl that’s big enough for everyone.
Address: 5410 East High Street #115, Phoenix, AZ 85054
With an extensive list of tequilas and more than 10 different margarita flavors, SOL's drink menu is overwhelming in the best way possible. Spicy mango, blackberry ginger, and watermelon are just a few of the many scrumptious options.
Address: 15323 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
No matter what flavor profile you're in the mood for, rest-assured Z'Tejas has a margarita to satisfy it. Concoctions like blood orange, jalapeño cucumber, and prickly pear are all made with El Jimador tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar. Feeling bold? Branch out and try a marg-tini, which blends the distinct attributes of two entirely different drinks in a surprisingly smooth way.
Chandler Address: 7221 West Ray Road, Chandler, AZ 85226
Phoenix Address: 10625 North Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85028
Joyride might be known for its unique taco creations, but Mexican food just isn't complete unless accompanied by a margarita. Go with a cucumber serrano if you're craving a little heat, or opt for the strawberry hibiscus for something fruity and fun.
Phoenix Address: 5202 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Gilbert Address: 302 North Gilbert Road, Gilbert, AZ 85233
Taco Guild is located inside an old church, but its margaritas are sinfully delicious. From classic concoctions to interesting blends like plantain and coconut, there's something perfectly thirst-quenching for anyone who dines here.
Cien Agaves lives up to its name! This tasty place features 100 different tequilas on its drink menu. Though each is delicious in its own way, they all share one commonality when mixed into a margarita: 100% blue agave and fresh-squeezed line juice. Keep it traditional or branch out with a Prickly Pear or Mango Tango.
Scottsdale Address: 7228 East 1st Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phoenix Address: 7000 East Mayo Boulevard #1072, Phoenix, AZ 85054
The mission specializes in modern Latin cuisine, meaning both the food and drink menus have been given a sophisticated makeover. Nine margaritas come in flavors like strawberry banana, cucumber jalapeño, and even avocado (don't knock it 'till ya try it!)
Address: 3815 North Brown Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Address: 7122 East Greenway Parkway #140, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
The Duce is a jack-of-all-trades, serving as a restaurant, bar, gym, clothing store, and dance hall. The margaritas here are no less boastful, with organic tequila adding a freshness unlike anything you've ever tasted. You’ll only find this one margarita on the menu, but one sip and you’ll know that there's nothing you'd rather be drinking.
Address: 525 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Next time you have a case of the Mondays, head to Reforma for $6 margaritas all day long. They also host Tequila Thursdays, and we totally won't judge you for partaking in both. After all, who could resist a refreshing beverage like this?
Address: 4340 North Campbell Avenue, Suite 101, Tucson, AZ 85718
How many of these spots have you been to? Did we leave off your favorite? Let us know!