BETA
Chapter 1
The birth of the frozen margarita machine
Chapter 2
The science of the slush
Chapter 3
From a local bar to the Smithsonian
Chapter 4
The global frozen drink phenomenon
YOUR GOAL
Master of The invention of the frozen margarita machine
Ch 3 · From a local bar to the Smithsonian
diegoplays Frozen Margarita Machine
Pour it ice cold, pour it ice cold, all the way to the Smithsonian!
diegoplays In 2005, the Smithsonian recognized the cultural impact of Martinez's original prototype by adding it to their collection.
diegoplays The widespread adoption of frozen margarita machines drove unprecedented growth in the global demand for Mexican tequila.
Fun Fact
Smithsonian treasure: The original 1971 frozen margarita machine resides in the Smithsonian, representing a major milestone in American culinary innovation.
Glossary
margarita (noun)
A cocktail consisting of tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, often served with salt on the rim. In 2005, Mariano Martinez donated his original Dallas soft-serve machine for this drink to the Smithsonian.
A cocktail consisting of tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, often served with salt on the rim. In 2005, Mariano Martinez donated his original Dallas soft-serve machine for this drink to the Smithsonian.
Quiz
Which culinary legend's kitchen is displayed near the frozen margarita machine in the Smithsonian?
Quiz
Where is the original 1971 frozen margarita machine prototype currently preserved?
Quiz
In which year did the Smithsonian National Museum of American History acquire the original margarita machine?
Quiz
What was the status of Mariano's Hacienda restaurant before the machine was invented?
Quiz
Which regional American cuisine became globally famous alongside the frozen margarita?
Quiz
How did the invention of the frozen margarita machine affect US tequila imports?