Postcard – Margarita by Lotza
With this vivid illustration,Lotzacaptures all the freshness and sunny spirit of theMargarita cocktail, a true icon of global mixology. Tinted with lime green and golden highlights, the work immediately evokes the bright, tangy flavors that make this now-cult cocktail so successful.
Composed oftequila, offresh lime juiceand oforange liqueur (triple sec)The Margarita is a simple, balanced, and refreshing cocktail. Served in a salt-rimmed glass, it evokes summer evenings, sunny terraces, and the conviviality of shared moments.
The origin of the Margarita remains shrouded in mystery. One of the most popular stories is that it originated in the 1930s or 1940s, inTijuana, when a bartender allegedly created this mixture for a customer namedMargarita. Other versions mention aTexan bartenderorAmerican vacationersin Mexico. In any case, the cocktail quickly established itself as afestive embassy of Mexican culture, before conquering bars around the world.
In this illustration,Lotzasublimates the simplicity of the Margarita: a finely illustrated glass, a slice of lime, a few shiny ice cubes, and a luminous ambiance that invites relaxation. Every detail is designed to evokethe heat of Mexico, the elegance of the composition, and thefestive spiritof the cocktail.
This postcard fits perfectly into ourDrinks/Cocktails collection, a series of illustrations that showcase the great classics of the bar with an artistic and contemporary touch. A perfect gift or a frame for lovers of design, taste journeys... and good cocktails.
