T.G.I. Friday's restaurants has announced two new festive ultimate margaritas to add fun to the holidays. "These great tasting drinks are easy to make, great conversation starters and are sure to spice up any holiday party with their unique flavors and great look," said Terri Snyder of Carlson Restaurants.

Ultimate Merry Berry Margarita

Ultimate Sugar and Spice Margarita

1 Part Jose Cuervo Gold
1/2 Part Triple Sec
2 Parts Margarita Mix
1/2 Part Gingerbread Syrup
1 Lemon Squeeze
Garnish with Lime & Orange
Rim glass with red & white sugar

Patriotic Margarita - June 22, 2005

HPNOTIQ's cool blue color is a refreshing taste of premium vodka combined with natural fruit juices and a hint of cognac. With HPNOTIQ as the foundation -- rum, coconut milk and juices are blended with strawberry puree to create the red portion of the drink. A coconut garnish provides the finishing touch.

HPNOTIQ's Patriotic Margarita

Ingredients:

1 oz. HPNOTIQ
1 oz. super premium dark rum
1 oz. coconut milk
1 oz. fresh lime juice
1 oz. pineapple juice
1 oz. sweetened strawberry puree
1/2 cup crushed ice

Directions:

1. Combine rum, coconut milk, lime juice, pineapple juice, and ice in blender.
2. Pour Hpnotiq into a margarita glass.
3. Layer 2/3 of the blended mix over HPNOTIQ.
4. Blend remaining mix with strawberry puree, layer on top.
5. Garnish with coconut or use salt-rimmed glass as a variation.