Best 7 Lime A Rita Recipes

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Are you ready to quench your thirst with a refreshing and flavorful margarita variation? Look no further than the Lime-A-Rita, a delightful drink that combines the tangy zest of lime with the smoothness of tequila. This article presents a comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect Lime-A-Rita, featuring a classic recipe and two exciting variations.

The classic Lime-A-Rita is a straightforward yet satisfying drink that captures the essence of this beloved cocktail. With just a few simple ingredients – tequila, lime juice, Cointreau, and simple syrup – you can create a well-balanced and flavorful margarita that will impress your taste buds.

For those seeking a refreshing twist, the Frozen Lime-A-Rita offers a cool and slushy version of the classic. This recipe incorporates frozen limeade concentrate and ice to create a frozen margarita that is perfect for hot summer days or poolside gatherings.

If you prefer a fruity and tropical twist, the Strawberry Lime-A-Rita is a vibrant and flavorful variation that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the zesty tang of lime. This recipe uses fresh strawberries, lime juice, tequila, and a splash of grenadine to create a colorful and delicious margarita that is sure to be a hit at any party.

Whether you prefer the classic Lime-A-Rita, the Frozen Lime-A-Rita, or the Strawberry Lime-A-Rita, this article has you covered. Each recipe is carefully crafted to provide you with a delicious and refreshing margarita experience. So, gather your ingredients, choose your favorite variation, and let's embark on a margarita-making adventure!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

LIMEADE MARGARITA



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An easy Limeade Margarita is the world's best margarita recipe without any work or prep! Enjoy it on the rocks, frozen, or a big batch perfect for easy entertaining at parties.

Provided by Melissa Erdelac

Categories     Drinks

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ounces Simply Limeade
1 ½ ounces tequila
½ ounce triple sec
lime wedges, (for serving)

Steps:

  • For salted rim glasses, take a lime wedge or a little bit of water and go around the top rim of a glass. Turn the glass over onto a small plate filled with kosher salt or coarse salt.
  • Fill prepared glass with ice and pour in tequila, Simply Limeade, and triple sec. Stir and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 9 mg, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE PERFECT MARGARITA



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Mastering the margarita requires a certain amount of practice, but once you dial-in your perfect ratio, it's a really easy cocktail to replicate. The classic recipe is 3 parts tequila, 2 parts triple sec, and 1 part freshly squeezed lime juice, and you should probably start off pretty close to that, but my personal favorite proportions are 4-3-2.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Tequila Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lime wedge
1 pinch coarse sea salt to taste
1 large ice cube
ice
2 fluid ounces white tequila
1 ½ fluid ounces triple sec
1 fluid ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
1 slice lime

Steps:

  • Moisten the rim of a glass with a lime wedge. Sprinkle salt onto a plate. Lightly dip the moistened rim into the salt. Place a large ice cube in the glass and freeze the prepared glass until ready to serve.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with fresh ice. Add tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. Cover and shake vigorously until outside of the shaker has frosted. Strain into the prepared glass and garnish with a slice of lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 330.6 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

FRESH LIME MARGARITAS



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This basic fresh margarita recipe is easy to modify to your tastes. Try it frozen or with strawberries. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup tequila
1/4 cup Triple Sec
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
4 lime wedges
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1-1/3 cups crushed ice

Steps:

  • In a pitcher, combine the first 5 ingredients; stir until sugar is dissolved. Moisten rims of 4 margarita or cocktail glasses with lime wedges. Sprinkle salt on a plate; dip rims in salt. Serve over crushed ice in prepared glasses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

THE CLASSIC MARGARITA



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Learn the classic recipe for a margarita on the rocks, a refreshing cocktail made with high quality tequila.

Categories     Tequila     Alcoholic     Cinco de Mayo     Lime     Drink     Cocktail     House Cocktail     Liqueur     Lime Juice

Yield Makes 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 ounces tequila made from 100 percent agave, preferably reposado or blanco
1 ounce Cointreau
1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
Salt for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice in cocktail shaker filled with ice. Moisten rim of Margarita or other cocktail glass with lime juice or water. Holding glass upside down, dip rim into salt. Shake and strain drink into glass and serve.

CORONARITA



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This is a sassy margarita-type drink. You can make it by the pitcher and is easily doubled or more! So great on a hot summer day for a barbeque or just relaxing in the sun!

Provided by Kristey Stoisor

Categories     Drinks     Cocktail Recipes     Tequila Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (12 fluid ounce) cans or bottles lemon-lime soda, or more to taste
1 (12 ounce) bottle Mexican beer (such as Corona®)
1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate
12 fluid ounces tequila
ice
2 leaves mint, chopped, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Pour lemon-lime soda, Mexican beer, and frozen limeade into a large pitcher. Use empty limeade can to measure out tequila; pour into the pitcher. Mix well to combine. Server over ice garnished with chopped mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.7 calories, Carbohydrate 60.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 18.9 mg, Sugar 43.7 g

MARGARITA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ice cubes
3 ounces tequila
2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
1 ounce Simple Syrup, recipe follows
1/2 to 1 teaspoon orange liqueur
1 tablespoon Lime-salt-sugar, recipe follows
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
Zest of one lime
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, lime juice, Simple Syrup and orange liqueur. Cover and shake until mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds. (In general, the drink is ready by the time the shaker mists up.) Place Lime-salt-sugar on a plate. Press the rim of a chilled rocks or wine glass into the mixture to rim the edge. Strain margarita into the glass.
  • Put the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. (Alternatively, heat in the microwave.) Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  • Blend together lime, salt and sugar in a small blender or mini food chopper.

THE ULTIMATE LIME MARGARITA



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You can't have a summer gathering without the great taste of Margarita's and chips with salsa. Make these ahead of time and they will be ready to serve when the party starts!

Provided by TishT

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup tequila
3/4 cup orange liqueur, such as triple sec
1 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
ice cube

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a 4-cup measuring cup.
  • FOR BLENDED MARGARITAS: Fill blender halfway with ice cubes.
  • Add half of margarita mixture.
  • Blend until mixture is thick and icy.
  • Divide between two glasses.
  • Repeat with more ice cubes and remaining margarita mixture.
  • FOR MARGARITAS ON THE ROCKS: Fill four glasses with ice cubes.
  • Divide margarita mixture among glasses and serve.
  • DO-AHEAD TIP: Margarita mixture can be made up to 8 hours ahead and prior to being blended with ice.
  • Cover and refrigerate.

Tips:

  • For a smoother margarita, blend all of the ingredients together with ice until slushy.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can shake all of the ingredients together with ice in a cocktail shaker until well chilled.
  • Garnish your margaritas with lime wedges or slices, salt, or a sprinkle of chili powder for an extra kick.
  • For a non-alcoholic version of this recipe, omit the tequila and triple sec and add an extra 1/2 cup of limeade.
  • These margaritas can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

The Lime-A-Rita is a refreshing and flavorful margarita that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy lime flavor, this cocktail is sure to please everyone. Whether you are looking for a classic margarita or something with a little twist, the Lime-A-Rita is the perfect choice. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cocktail, give the Lime-A-Rita a try.

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