15 Margarita Recipes to Try Today (2024)

A sampling of the best margarita recipes ever created.

1

Aqua Verde Margarita

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Ingredients:

1.5 parts Milagro Silver

.25 parts Avocado

3 Cucumber Slices

1 part Fresh Lime Juice

1 part Agave Nectar

Garnish: 1 Lime Wheel

Directions:

Combine ingredients and blend with one cup of ice. Pour into a rocks glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.

2

La Flora

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Ingredients:

2 oz. Siete Leguas Blanco Tequila

1 oz. Rose pedal water

1 oz. Lavender water

1 oz. St Germaines Elderflower Liquor

2 oz. fresh squeezed lemon juice

1 oz. simple syrup

Directions:

Pour 1 ounce of agave nectar into bottom of a margarita glass. (You can find agave nectar in health stores and specialty grocery stores.)

Add ice to the glass.

Shake and strain shaker into the glass

Source: Mixologist Todd DeSilva, InterContinental Montelucia Resort and Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona

Via Cosmpolitan.com

3

Casamigos Margarita

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Ingredients:

1 ½ oz. Casamigos Blanco Tequila

1 oz. Fresh lime juice

¼ oz. Fresh orange juice

½ oz. Agave nectar

Directions:

Shake ingredients with ice then strain and serve on the rocks.

Garnish: Orange wedge

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Gingered Peach Margarita

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Ingredients:

Coarse sea or kosher salt

1 lime wedge

1 small very ripe peach, pitted and diced, plus a peach slice for garnish

1/2 teaspoon peeled, grated ginger root

3/4 ounce (1 1/2 tablespoons) fresh lime juice

1/4 ounce (1 1/2 teaspoons) light agave nectar

2 ounces (1/4 cup) 100-percent blue agave silver tequila

1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) Cointreau or triple sec

Directions:

1.Pour an even layer of salt on a plate. Rub the rim of an 8-ounce rocks glass or tumbler with lime wedge and invert glass into salt to coat rim.

2.Combine peaches, ginger, lime juice, and agave nectar in a 2-cup co*cktail shaker. Using a muddler or pestle, gently muddle mixture.

3.Fill the shaker halfway with ice, then add tequila and Cointreau. Cover and shake well until shaker is frosty and cold.

4.Fill prepared glass with ice. Strain margarita into it and garnish with peach slice.

via Redbook.com

5

Piña Perfection

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Ingredients:

1 1/4 oz. Don Julio Anejo

1 oz. fresh pineapple juice

1/2 oz. fresh lime juice

1/4 oz. simple syrup

Fresh rosemary

Fresh mint

Directions:

Muddle the fresh rosemary in a co*cktail shaker.

Combine the tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup into a co*cktail shaker with ice. Shake well.

via Cosmopolitan.com

6

Strawberry Basil Margarita

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Ingredients:

1 ounce tequila

1 ounce triple sec

1/2 ounce Rose's Lime

2 ounces fresh strawberries , with stems removed (or frozen strawberries)

1 leaf basil

1 leaf basil, for garnish

1 1/2 slices lime, for garnish

Directions:

Blend all ingredients with ice. Garnish with slices of strawberry and lime and a basil leaf.

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The Sparkling Rose Margarita

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Ingredients:

1.5 parts Milagro Silver

.25 parts Simple Syrup

.5 parts Fresh Lemon Juice

.75 parts Watermelon Juice

2 parts Rose Sparkling Wine

Garnish: 1 Lemon Twist

Directions:

Combine all ingredients, except sparkling wine, in a co*cktail shaker and add ice. Shake, strain, and pour into a champagne flute. Garnish with a lemon twist.

8

Avocado Margarita

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Ingredients:

6 oz. tequila

2 oz. triple sec

6 oz. limeade concentrate

2 c. ice

1 chopped avocado

6 oz. water

Garnish: mint sprig

Ingredients:

Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into a co*cktail glass, and garnish with a mint sprig.

Source & Photo: Andrea Correale, Elegant Affairs Caterers

via Cosmopolitan.com

9

Orange-Ginger Margarita

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Ingredients:

1 can (12-ounce) frozen orange juice concentrate

10 ounce tequila

6 ounce ginger liqueur (like Domaine de Canton)

1 teaspoon grated ginger

4 cups ice

2 tablespoons kosher or margarita salt

Crystallized ginger, optional

Directions:

1.Place frozen orange juice concentrate (reserve 1 tablespoon), tequila, ginger liqueur, ginger, and ice in a blender and mix until ice is crushed.

2. Place reserved tablespoon concentrate on a small plate and salt on another small plate. Dip rims of 4 glasses in concentrate and then in salt. Fill glasses, garnish with crystallized ginger if desired, and serve.

via Countryliving.com

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Honeydew Basil Margarita

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Ingredients:

•Coarse sea or kosher salt

•1 lime wedge

•1/2 cup peeled, finely diced cucumber, plus a cucumber slice for garnish

•4 slices (or up to 6 slices; thin) jalapeño, with seeds

•1/4 cup cilantro sprigs

•3/4 ounce (1 1/2 tablespoons) fresh lime juice

•1/4 ounce (1 1/2 teaspoons) light agave nectar

•2 ounces (1/4 cup) 100-percent blue agave silver tequila

•1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) Cointreau or triple sec

Directions

1.Pour an even layer of salt on a plate. Rub the rim of an 8-ounce rocks glass or tumbler with lime wedge and invert glass into salt to coat rim.

2.Combine cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and agave nectar in a 2-cup co*cktail shaker. Using a muddler or pestle, gently muddle mixture.

3.Fill the shaker halfway with ice, then add tequila and Cointreau. Cover and shake well until shaker is frosty and cold.

4.Fill prepared glass with ice. Strain margarita into it and garnish with the cucumber slice.

via Redbook.com

11

The Green Dragon

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Ingredients:

2 oz Casa Dragones Blanco

1/2 oz Agave nectar

3/4 oz Key lime juice

Seasoned salted rim: The salt is soaked over night with Key lime zest and then dehydrated. We season the salt with cardamon, anise seed, fennel seed and dill seed

Directions

Add all ingredients to a co*cktail shaker and shake with ice. Strain into a glass.

Source: Yana Volfson, beverage director at Cosme in New York City

12

NYC Billionaire Margarita

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Ingredients:

1.5 oz Patrón en Lalique Serie 1

1 oz Rémy Martin Louis XIII

.5 oz Organic Blue Agave Nectar

.5 oz Fresh Organic Key Lime Juice

.5 oz Fresh Organic Meyer Lemon Juice

10 Dashes House-Made Cara Cara Sour Bitters

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a co*cktail shaker and shake with ice to chill. Strain into a chilled co*cktail coupe and garnish with a fresh lime wedge.

Source: The London Bar in New York City, where this drink is available at a cost of $1,200.

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13

Perfect Pear Margarita

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Serves 8

Ingredients:

2 cups Sauza Signature Blue Silver Tequila

1 cup simple syrup

½ cup lime

½ cup lemon

2 peeled pears for garnish

8 rosemary sprigs for garnish

Directions:

Add ingredients to a pitcher and stir. Pour over ice into margarita glasses. Garnish each with a pear slice and rosemary sprig.

14

French Bulldog

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Ingredients:

2 oz Silver Tequila

4 oz Fresh squeezed lime juice

Squeeze of Agave syrup

Mini champagne bottle

Directions:

Blend ingredients with ice. Top with inverted mini champagne bottle.

Source: Blockheads, New York City

15

Cucumber Margarita

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Ingredients:

5 Cucumber Wheels

1.5 oz Casamigos Blanco

.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice

.5 oz Cointreau

.5 oz Simple Syrup

Directions:

Muddle cucumber with simple syrup and lime juice. Combine all ingredients in iced mixing glass. Shake and strain over fresh ice. Garnish with cucumber slices.

Source: The Roof, New York City

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Sam Dangremond

Contributing Digital Editor

Sam Dangremond is a Contributing Digital Editor at Town & Country, where he covers men's style, co*cktails, travel, and the social scene.

15 Margarita Recipes to Try Today (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret ingredient in margaritas? ›

We'll just tell you upfront: The secret to a tasty margarita is freshly squeezed lime juice (not the bottled stuff) and—here's the real secret—a splash of fresh OJ. That's right. Fresh-squeezed juice from an actual orange (not an orange-flavored liqueur) will produce a cleaner-tasting, more refreshing margarita.

How does Jennifer Aniston make her margaritas? ›

In a recent interview with InStyle, the First Ladies star revealed that her secret to making margaritas is sticking to the basics. She said, “It's basically silver tequila with lime juice shaken and over rocks. And some people like a little Cointreau, some don't.”

What margarita mix do most restaurants use? ›

What Mix Do Most Restaurants Use? For happy hour when co*cktails are cheap, many restaurants use a powdered mix, a concentrate, or a liquid. If restaurant-style mixes are your jam, the two that taste most similar are Zing Zang Margarita Mix and Jose Cuervo Classic Lime Original Margarita Mix.

Is triple sec or Cointreau better for margaritas? ›

The classic margarita calls for Cointreau (plus good silver tequila and fresh lime juice). Because its flavor is uncomplicated by spice notes, Cointreau is very adaptable in blending, and shakes up beautifully with clear spirits as well as with brandies, and darker, aged liquors.

Why is it called a dirty margarita? ›

The term 'dirty' means that olive brine, usually from a jar of co*cktail olives, has been added to the drink. An olive garnish is typically assumed, too.

Why do you put triple sec in margaritas? ›

Traditionally, orange has always been a classic pairing for any agave-based spirit, providing a sweeter complement without overpowering the notes of the agave. In Margaritas, the inclusion of triple sec provides a luscious, warm citric note that counterbalances the lime juice's high acidity.

What is skinny girl margarita? ›

Made from premium Blue Agave Silver Tequila (yes, please) and lightly sweetened with agave nectar, the original Skinnygirl® Margarita is STILL delicious and low-calorie (really?). Yes, really. Serve this refreshingly light low-calorie Margarita in a fun glass rimmed with salt, and you and your girls are good to go!

What is a Clooney margarita? ›

This co*cktail starts with a pour of Casamigos Blanco Tequila, a premium spirit co-created by George Clooney and known for its crisp, clean agave notes. We then add Fresh Lime Juice, which imparts a zesty tang that perfectly complements the tequila.

What is in Texas Roadhouse House margarita? ›

Texas Roadhouse's Legendary Margarita is made with 19% Persian lime juice and blue agave from the Jalisco region of Mexico, blended with orange oils, which creates a one-of-a-kind flavor profile. Since the opening of the first Texas Roadhouse in 1993, the Legendary Margarita has become the signature drink.

Why do restaurant Margaritas taste so good? ›

Just as important as the style of tequila is the use of a high-quality orange liqueur. Part of the Daisy category of co*cktails, the Margarita calls for triple sec such as Cointreau for sweetness and balance. Though some may opt for agave nectar instead, the addition of the liqueur is what makes a true Margarita.

What to add to margarita mix to make it better? ›

A splash of fruit juice can also add some more flavor to your margaritas. Grapefruit juice will give a tart, slightly sour flavor, while pineapple juice creates a more tropical-tasting drink. "Citrus-based juices are essential for balancing out the sweetness of a margarita," David Alan told Insider.

What is an Anita margarita? ›

Meet Anita Margarita

We use all-natural lemon, lime, and orange powder in our mix, and we use a combination of agave inulin powder and Stevia for our sweeteners. Since agave is the same plant that gives us both agave sweetener AND tequila, the blend couldn't be more smooth.

Is agave syrup necessary for a margarita? ›

If you like your margaritas dry, you can just skip this step. But if you're like me and want your margaritas sweet, Stodel said you should always use agave syrup. "It's an excellent sweetener for your margaritas, a natural product," he told me. "It comes from the thing that makes tequila, so I think it's awesome."

Can I use Grand Marnier instead of Cointreau in a margarita? ›

Cointreau and Grand Marnier have quite a bit in common, and in a pinch you can certainly substitute between the two. If you do, expect the flavor profile to change. Cointreau will make the drink lighter and brighter, with a stronger citrus aroma. Grand Marnier will bring weight and oaky sweetness.

What is the best replacement for tequila in margarita? ›

A few margarita substitutes can be made with items on hand in nearly any home or restaurant. For example, instead of tequila, you could use vodka; instead of Triple Sec, you could add some orange juice and grenadine; finally, for lime wedges, you might want to garnish with lemon slices.

What makes a margarita taste like a margarita? ›

A Margarita is said to have all five main tasting notes: sweet, sour, salty, bitter and umami, making it a perfectly balanced drink. It has a strong citrus flavour from the presence of lime juice and triple sec - an orange-flavoured liqueur.

What is a real margarita made of? ›

In a co*cktail shaker, combine tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice. Fill with ice and shake until thoroughly chilled, about 15 seconds (the bottom of a metal shaker should frost over). Fill glasses with fresh ice and strain margarita into both glasses. Garnish with lime wheels and serve.

What was the original margarita made with? ›

The "Original Margarita" recipe, as given by Cointreau on their website, has slightly more of their own sweet liqueur: 1 part white tequila, 1⁄2 part Cointreau, and 1⁄2 part fresh squeezed lime juice.

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