Best 5 Blue Cactus Margaritas Recipes

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with our collection of Blue Cactus Margarita recipes. These refreshing cocktails are a delightful fusion of sweet, sour, and tangy flavors, with a stunning blue hue that will captivate your senses. Whether you prefer a classic margarita or a more adventurous twist, our recipes have something for every palate. From the traditional Blue Curaçao Margarita to the unique Prickly Pear Margarita, each recipe offers a unique take on this iconic drink. So gather your friends, mix up a pitcher of Blue Cactus Margaritas, and experience the taste of a Mexican fiesta in your own home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARIBBEAN BLUE MARGARITA

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For a fun spin on a classic cocktail, substitute Blue Curacao for Triple Sec. The vibrant blue margarita will make you think you're on the shores of the Caribbean. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 lime wedge
Coarse sea salt, optional
1-1/2 ounces blanco tequila
1 ounce blue curacao
1/2 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice
Optional: star fruit slices and orange slices

Steps:

Moisten rim of 1 cocktail glass with lime wedge. If desired, sprinkle salt on a plate; dip rim in salt. Fill glass with ice. In an empty cocktail shaker, combine tequila, blue curacao and lime juice. Fill with ice; cover and shake until frost forms on the outside of the shaker, 15-20 seconds. Strain into prepared glass. Garnish with lime wedge and, if desired, star fruit and orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS MARGARITA

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I had this drink in Tucson and talked the bartender into sharing the recipe with me.

Provided by Shannon Lindell

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

coarse salt as needed
2 fluid ounces tequila
2 fluid ounces sweet and sour mix
1 fluid ounce triple sec
1 fluid ounce lime juice
1 fluid ounce prickly pear syrup

Steps:

Pour salt into a small plate. Wet the rim of a margarita glass and dip rim into salt.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice; pour tequila, sweet and sour mix, triple sec, lime juice, and pear syrup over ice. Cover shaker and shake drink; strain into prepared margarita glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 52.1 g

FROZEN CACTUS PEAR MARGARITAS

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories beverage

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

9 ounces white tequila
4 ounces orange-flavored liqueur (recommended: Cointreau)
4 ounces cactus pear juice, plus more for the rim
2 ounces fresh lime juice
1 1/2 cups crushed ice
Coarse salt, optional
Lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

Place tequila, orange liqueur, cactus pear juice, lime juice, and ice in a blender and blend until smooth. Carefully pour a few ounces of cactus pear juice onto a plate and a few ounces of salt onto another plate. Dip the rim of each margarita glass into the juice and then into the salt. Pour margaritas into each glass and garnish with a lime wedge.

CACTUS PEAR MARGARITAS

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

Lime wedge
Coarse salt
8 ounces white tequila
4 ounces Cointreau
4 ounces cactus pear juice
2 ounces Roses lime juice
2 cups ice cubes

Steps:

Rub lime wedge around the rim of cocktail glasses and dip the rim into a saucer of coarse salt. Place tequila, Cointreau, cactus pear and lime juice and ice cubes in a blender and blend until frothy. Divide among glasses.

CACTUS MARGARITA

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Make and share this Cactus Margarita recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mariposa13

Categories Beverages

Time 3m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 1/4 ounces tequila (a good one)
1/2 ounce pineapple, concentrate
5 ounces sweet & sour margarita mix
1 ounce cream of coconut
12 ounces ice

Steps:

Mix together on the rocks or blend well in blender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.5, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 4.5, Sodium 21.2, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 0.8

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients whenever possible, especially for the cactus paddles. Fresh cactus paddles will have a brighter flavor and be less bitter than older ones.
To prepare the cactus paddles, first remove the spines. You can do this by using a sharp knife or a vegetable peeler. You can wear gloves for extra protection.
Be careful not to overcook the cactus paddles. They should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight crunch.
If you can't find blue curaçao, you can use another orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau.
If you don't have a margarita glass, you can use a regular glass or a coupe glass.

Conclusion:

The blue cactus margarita is a refreshing and unique cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a new cocktail to try, give the blue cactus margarita a try.