Meet the new Guava Margarita, a limited-time tropical drink made with real guava purée and fresh-squeezed citrus. Guests can enjoy it on the Rocks with freshly squeezed Key limes or Frozen with freshly squeezed Persian lime and orange juice.
It is fruity, refreshing and unmistakably pink.
Guava season has arrived in the South, and we decided the best way to celebrate was to add tequila.
The result is a tropical pink Margarita that combines the natural sweetness of real guava with the bright citrus flavor Felipe’s guests know and love.
Think pink. Sip guava. Try Felipe’s newest Margarita while it lasts.
The new Felipe’s Guava Margarita is made with real guava purée, tequila and citrus squeezed fresh by the Felipe’s team.
It is available in two styles:
Both versions are garnished with a Key lime and guava paste coated in Tajín. The sweet guava paste, tangy lime and lightly spicy chile-lime seasoning give each sip an extra tropical kick.
The real guava purée gives the Margarita its tropical flavor, fruity aroma and beautiful pink color. Fresh citrus adds the tartness and balance that make it taste like a Margarita, not a glass of overly sweet fruit punch.
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Felipe’s Guava Margarita is garnished with a Key lime and a piece of guava paste coated in Tajín. The garnish adds a sweet, tangy and lightly spicy complement to the tropical guava and fresh-squeezed citrus.
Every Margarita drinker has a preference.
Some guests want a salted rim, fresh lime and a Margarita poured over ice. Others want their Margarita cold enough to fight back against a late-summer afternoon in New Orleans or Naples.
Fortunately, the new Guava Margarita is available both ways.
The Rocks Guava Margarita is made with real guava purée and freshly squeezed Key limes.
Key limes are smaller and more aromatic than many common grocery-store limes. Their bright, tart flavor helps balance the natural sweetness of the guava, creating a Margarita that is crisp, fruity and refreshing.
Order it on the Rocks if you enjoy a Margarita with a brighter citrus flavor and a traditional over-ice presentation.
The Frozen Guava Margarita combines real guava purée with freshly squeezed Persian lime and orange juice.
The orange juice softens the tartness of the lime while complementing guava’s naturally tropical flavor. Blending it Frozen creates a smooth, icy Margarita made for warm afternoons, Happy Hour, patio weather or any occasion that could be improved by a pink drink.
Order it Frozen if you prefer a colder, smoother and slightly softer citrus experience.
Still can’t decide between Rocks and Frozen?
This sounds like a two-visit problem.
Guava has a sweet, fragrant and tropical flavor with a little natural tartness.
Because guava has such a distinctive taste, people often describe it by comparing it to other fruits. Depending on the variety and ripeness, its flavor may remind you of strawberry, pear, pineapple, passion fruit or citrus.
But guava does not taste exactly like any of those fruits. It has a tropical flavor and aroma all its own, which is why it works so well in juices, pastries, sauces, desserts and cocktails.
In a Margarita, guava contributes fruity sweetness and a beautiful pink color. Lime adds tartness, tequila adds depth and orange juice gives the Frozen version an even smoother tropical finish.
In technical terms, it tastes like summer found a pink outfit.
Felipe’s new Guava Margarita gets its pink color from real guava purée.
Although people commonly associate guava with pink fruit, not every guava looks the same inside. Depending on the variety, guava flesh can be white, cream-colored, yellow, salmon or bright pink.
Pink guava varieties contain naturally occurring pigments that give the fruit its distinctive color. Using real guava purée brings that tropical color and flavor into the Margarita.
No rose-colored glasses are required. The Margarita really is that pink.
You do not need to know anything about guava to enjoy a Guava Margarita. However, these facts may give your table something to discuss while deciding who orders Rocks and who orders Frozen.
Guava thrives in warm climates. It is widely grown throughout tropical and subtropical regions, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, South America and parts of the southern United States.
That warm-weather background makes it a natural fit for the flavors and climates of New Orleans and Naples.
Not all guavas are pink. Different varieties can have white, yellow, cream, salmon or pink flesh.
The real guava purée in our newest Margarita creates its tropical flavor and colorful pink appearance.
A ripe guava can have a strong, sweet fragrance before it is even cut open. Its aroma is one reason the fruit is so popular in beverages, pastries, jams and desserts.
It also means your Margarita may announce itself before the first sip.
The skin, flesh and seeds of guava are edible. Preparation varies depending on the variety, recipe and how ripe the fruit is.
We have completed the difficult preparation for you by putting the guava into a Margarita.
You are welcome.
Guava naturally pairs well with bright citrus flavors, especially lime and orange. Citrus keeps the fruit’s sweetness balanced and highlights its tropical character.
That makes real guava and a fresh-squeezed Felipe’s Margarita a natural match.
Tequila also gets along nicely with guava. We conducted extensive research on that part.
Fruit flavor is only one part of a great Margarita. Citrus provides the tart, bright balance that keeps the cocktail refreshing.
At Felipe’s, our Rocks Margaritas are made with freshly squeezed Key limes. Our Frozen Margaritas feature freshly squeezed Persian lime and orange juice.
Squeezing fresh fruit takes more time and effort than opening a bottle of premade mix, but the flavor is worth the work. Fresh citrus gives a Margarita brightness, acidity and natural character that bottled sour mix cannot duplicate.
Our team squeezes plenty of limes and oranges throughout the day.
The good news is that our Margaritas taste fresh. The other good news is that the Felipe’s team has impressively strong hands.
The tropical sweetness and fresh citrus flavor of a Guava Margarita pair especially well with savory, spicy and smoky foods.
Fortunately, we know a place.
Tacos and Margaritas have been improving each other for a very long time.
Pair the Guava Margarita with carnitas, al pastor, grilled chicken, steak or grilled veggies. Add jalapeños, salsa or one of our house-made sauces if you enjoy a little heat alongside the cool tropical flavor.
Mix and match your tacos to find your favorite combination. This is important research, and we appreciate your commitment.
The Super Burrito is Felipe’s most popular entrée. It is steamed, rolled and made your way with your choice of protein, rice, beans, salsa and toppings.
Pair its bold, savory flavors with an icy Frozen Guava Margarita for a meal that understands warm weather.
Guacamole is not extra at Felipe’s, either. We believe your Margarita budget should go toward Margaritas, not surprise guac charges.
Felipe’s street-style quesadillas are rolled and filled with melted cheese, your choice of protein and the toppings you choose.
The first cheese on an entrée is on us. Add a Rocks Guava Margarita, and you have tropical fruit, freshly squeezed Key lime and plenty of melted cheese at the same table.
That is balance.
Sharing nachos, chips, salsa or queso with the table? The Guava Margarita provides a fruity contrast to salty chips, melted cheese and spicy toppings.
It also makes the table more colorful, which is important because everyone knows the phone eats first.
The new limited-time Guava Margarita is available at all four Felipe’s restaurants in the New Orleans metro area:
Whether you are looking for a Margarita near Uptown New Orleans, a seasonal cocktail in Mid-City, a pink Margarita in the French Quarter or a fresh-squeezed Margarita in Metairie, Felipe’s is ready to think pink.
The new Guava Margarita is also available at both Felipe’s Mexican Taqueria locations in Naples, Florida:
Stop by after the beach, meet friends for lunch, join us for Happy Hour or turn an ordinary dinner into a tropical escape.
Naples already provides the sunshine. We will provide the pink Margaritas.
Find your nearest Felipe’s location.
Yes. The new Felipe’s Guava Margarita is a limited-time seasonal Margarita available at all six Felipe’s restaurants while supplies last.
Seasonal menu items do not stay forever, so guests should not wait too long to try it.
We cannot promise exactly when pink Margarita season will end.
We can promise that “I meant to try it” is not nearly as refreshing as a Guava Margarita.
Felipe’s new Guava Margarita is made with tequila, real guava purée and fresh-squeezed citrus. The exact citrus depends on whether you order it on the Rocks or Frozen.
Yes. The Rocks Guava Margarita is made with real guava purée and freshly squeezed Key limes.
Yes. The Frozen Guava Margarita is made with real guava purée and freshly squeezed Persian lime and orange juice.
Yes. Real guava purée gives the new Margarita its tropical flavor and beautiful pink color.
Guava brings natural fruit sweetness, while freshly squeezed lime adds tartness and balance. The Margarita is fruity and tropical without losing the bright citrus character of a traditional Margarita.
Yes. The new Guava Margarita is available at Felipe’s Uptown, Mid-City, French Quarter and Metairie Road in the New Orleans area, as well as Park Shore Plaza and Logan Landings in Naples.
It is a limited-time seasonal flavor and will be available at participating Felipe’s locations while supplies last.
The new Felipe’s Guava Margarita brings together real guava purée, fresh-squeezed citrus, tequila and a little tropical attitude.
Order it on the Rocks with freshly squeezed Key limes or Frozen with freshly squeezed Persian lime and orange juice. Pair it with tacos, a Super Burrito, a street-style quesadilla, nachos or your favorite dish from the Felipe’s scratch kitchen.
Most importantly, try it before this limited-time pink Margarita disappears.
Felipe’s new Guava Margarita is available now at all six locations in New Orleans, Metairie and Naples.
Think pink. Sip guava. Enjoy responsibly.
Guava Margaritas are available for a limited time while supplies last. Alcoholic beverages are available only to guests age 21 or older with valid identification. Please enjoy responsibly.
