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Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita)


How To Make Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita)


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Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) Recipe

Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) Ingredients


1 1/2 oz tequila
3/4 oz triple sec
3/4 oz sweet and sour mix
3/4 oz Kahlua® coffee liqueur
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Serves / Yield: 1 serving
Ready in: 4 min
Nutrition: approximately 182 Calories
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Glass to use for the Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) Recipe


It's recommended drinkware to use is the Old Fashioned Glass for the Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) Recipe for best presentation.

Old Fashioned Glass
Old Fashioned Glass

Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) Drink Recipe Instructions


Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) Recipe Preparation & Instructions:

Shake and strain into a thoroughly chilled margarita glass. Optionally, build over ice in an old fashioned glass.


Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) Recipe Information


Invented by H.B. Stone, inspired by the city of Van Nuys, CA... It's a tasty drink; citrus at first, then the sweetness of the Kahlua builds after you swallow.

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Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) Recipe Variations


Please note that there are many ways and variations to make Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita). The Van Nuys (aka Dirty Margarita) recipe above is the most common way to make this drink, you can always improvise with your own twist and enjoy. To spice things up you can substitute the Tequila with other brands such as Clase Azul Reposado, Jose Cuervo, Sauza, Casamigos, Patron, Hornitos, Don Julio, Herradura, Milagro, 1800 Tequila etc. You can also find many other variations of this drink on our website, just use our search to see more.

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