Best 2 Margaritas On The Rocks Recipes

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Margaritas on the rocks, a classic cocktail that combines tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, is a refreshing and flavorful drink perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking to enjoy a delicious cocktail at home, this collection of margarita recipes has something for everyone. From the traditional margarita to variations like the spicy jalapeño margarita, frozen margarita, and skinny margarita, these recipes offer a range of flavors and styles to suit your taste. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create delicious margaritas that will impress your friends and family. So gather your ingredients, choose your favorite recipe, and get ready to enjoy the perfect margarita on the rocks.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MARGARITA ON THE ROCKS



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A successful and upscale Mexican cantina nearby makes the best margaritas I've ever tasted. They look, smell, and taste 'purer' than any others I've had. I always assumed they were using all top-shelf ingredients, until I found out their secret. . . lemon-lime soda! Now I'm able to re-create them at home.

Provided by UNCLEBEN1980

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pinch kosher salt for rimming glasses
ice cubes
½ cup silver tequila
¼ cup sweetened lime juice (such as Rose's®)
¼ cup triple sec
¼ cup lemon-lime soda, or to taste

Steps:

  • Rim 2 margarita glasses with salt if desired, and fill with ice. Pour the tequila, sweetened lime juice, triple sec, and lemon-lime soda into a shaker filled with ice, hold your hand firmly over over the top of the shaker so the top doesn't pop off from the carbonated soda, and shake vigorously. Pour into prepared margarita glasses, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Sodium 209.9 mg, Sugar 24.9 g

MARGARITAS ON THE ROCKS



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This is the best batch of margaritas you'll ever make. Everybody wants the recipe after consuming one of these.

Provided by 93VETTE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sweet and sour mix
1 cup triple sec
1 ½ cups gold tequila
⅓ cup brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
2 limes, quartered

Steps:

  • Salt the rims of 8 glasses. To do so, pour salt onto a small plate, rub the rims of the glasses with lime, and press them into the salt. Fill the glasses with ice.
  • In a blender, combine sweet and sour mix, triple sec, tequila and Grand Marnier. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses, squeeze a quarter lime into each glass, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 40.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh lime juice: Fresh lime juice provides the best flavor for margaritas. If you don't have fresh limes, you can use bottled lime juice, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • Chill your ingredients: Chilling your ingredients before making margaritas will help them blend together more smoothly and create a more refreshing drink.
  • Use a good quality tequila: The type of tequila you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your margaritas. Look for a tequila that is 100% agave and has a smooth, clean flavor.
  • Don't over-blend your margaritas: Over-blending your margaritas can make them watery and dilute the flavor. Blend them just until they are smooth and slushy.
  • Garnish your margaritas with lime wedges or salt: Lime wedges and salt are classic garnishes for margaritas. They add a pop of flavor and make your drinks look more festive.

Conclusion:

Margaritas are a delicious and refreshing cocktail that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make delicious margaritas at home that will rival those served at your favorite restaurant or bar. So next time you're looking for a refreshing drink to enjoy, give one of these margarita recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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