Best 9 Ultimate Margarita Recipes

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In the realm of cocktails, few can rival the allure and versatility of the Margarita. This iconic libation, with its harmonious blend of tequila, fresh lime juice, and a hint of sweetness, has captured the hearts of cocktail enthusiasts worldwide. Its origins shrouded in the mists of time, the Margarita has evolved into a myriad of variations, each boasting unique flavor profiles and presentations. From the classic Margarita, with its clean and refreshing taste, to the spicy jalapeño Margarita, which packs a fiery punch, to the frozen Margarita, a delightful blend of icy slush and tangy flavors, this article presents a comprehensive guide to crafting the ultimate Margarita. Whether you prefer a classic or a contemporary twist, this collection of recipes will cater to your every desire, transforming any occasion into a fiesta of flavors.

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

ULTIMATE FROZEN STRAWBERRY MARGARITA



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A near perfect strawberry margarita with frozen strawberries and limeade concentrate.

Provided by JTWTECH

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Tequila Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 fluid ounces tequila
2 fluid ounces triple sec
8 ounces frozen sliced strawberries in syrup
4 fluid ounces frozen limeade concentrate

Steps:

  • Fill a blender with ice and crush. Pour in the tequila and triple sec. Add the strawberries and limeade. Blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. Serve in margarita glasses with the rims dipped in powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 41.3 g

ULTIMATE SANGRIA MARGARITA



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This delicious frozen margarita recipe features the sweetness of sangria mixed perfectly with top-shelf ingredients to make the ultimate margarita.

Provided by Jason Turner

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Sangria Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 fluid ounces limeade (such as Minute Maid®)
6 fluid ounces tequila (such as Jose Cuervo 1800®)
6 fluid ounces brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
ice
1 cup sangria, or to taste

Steps:

  • Pour limeade into a blender. Use the limeade container to measure tequila and orange liqueur; pour into the blender. Fill the blender with ice. Blend on high until all ice is crushed and the margarita consistency is thick.
  • Fill the base of each margarita glass with sangria. Top with margarita mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Fat 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 10.8 mg, Sugar 25.1 g

BONNIE'S: THE ULTIMATE MARGARITA



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This is a classic, smooth margarita. But watch out ... this is the kind of drink that will sneak up on you before you know it. Great for your next fiesta!

Provided by BonniE !

Categories     Cocktails

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

note: the ingredients listed below all work together to create the ultimate margarita. don't make any substitutions and you will not be disapointed.
1 shot of Bols brand triple sec (1 ounce)
1/3 cup of Cointreau
2/3 cup of Jose Cuervo brand of tequila
about 2 cups of Mr. and Mrs. T's brand of sweet and sour mix
ice
1 lime sliced
margarita salt for rims of glasses (not table salt)
large margarita glasses chilled in freezer, nice and frosty.

Steps:

  • 1. PREP WORK: Plan ahead and it will go smoothly. Give your margarita glasses a quick rinse and set them in the freezer for an hour or so, and they will have a beautiful rim of frost on them when you take them out. (If you are making margaritas for 30 or 40 people, you can use small martini glasses, set them on a tray and put the tray in the freezer.) Slice the lime into wedges and cut the center of each with a sharp knife so it rests on the rim of the glass. Have your margarita salt poured into a saucer ready to use.
  • 2. MAKE THE MARGARITAS: Add 1 shot of Bols Triple Sec, 1/3 cup Cointreau, 2/3 cup of Jose Cuervo tequila.
  • 3. Fill crushed ice up to under the top part of the handle of the blender. This will be a little over three to four cups of crushed ice. (My blender is an Oster.)
  • 4. Pour 2 cups of Mr. and Mrs. T's Sweet and Sour mix up to the top, be careful not to overflow when you start the blender. Blend fast. It will be nice and slushy.
  • 5. Take your frosty glasses and a piece of sliced lime and run it around the lip of the rim, and immediately roll the rim in the margarita salt. Pour the frozen margarita mixture into the glasses, and add a slice of lime to the rim. This makes 3 old-fashioned bowl-shaped margarita glasses or three of today's tapered glasses. Just before drinking, squeeze your lime slice into your drink, and drop it into your margarita, stir, and Enjoy!
  • 6. Trivia: Did you know that the old-fashioned bowl-shaped margarita glasses are hard to find anymore. So if you run across any at flea markets, they are good to collect. I have about 30 and they are beautiful.

THE ULTIMATE MARGARITA



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The name says it all--quality ingredients yield the best margarita!

Provided by Gran Gala

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Gran Gala

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ fluid ounce Gran Gala Triple Orange Liqueur
2 fluid ounces Corazon Blanco Tequila
1 fluid ounce fresh lime juice
1 fluid ounce agave nectar or simple syrup

Steps:

  • Shake together all ingredients with ice and strain into a margarita glass.
  • Optional: rub the cut side of a lime on the glass rim and dip it into salt; and add a lime wedge to the rim of the glass as a garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 2.1 mg, Sugar 27.6 g

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.

ULTIMATE BLUE FROZEN MARGARITA



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from the latest copy of Redbook in an ad for Oster blenders. I haven't tried this yet but it sounds refreshing.

Provided by deborah03

Categories     Beverages

Time 11m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 ounces lime juice
1 ounce blue curacao
1 cup ice
3 ounces tequila

Steps:

  • Put ice in the blender.
  • Then put the remaining ingredients, in the order listed, over the ice.
  • Blend on high for a few seconds.
  • Pour into margarita glasses.
  • Serve immediately.

ULTIMATE MARGARITA



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lime, halved
Coarse salt
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, from about 4 limes
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup orange-flavored liqueur (recommended: Grand Marnier)
1/4 cup Triple Sec
1 cup gold tequila
Ice
1/2 can good quality lager-style beer
Lime wheels, for garnish

Steps:

  • To salt the margarita glasses, rub the outside rims of 4 big glasses with a cut lime and press them lightly into a plate of kosher salt, to coat.
  • Combine the lime juice, sugar, orange liqueur, Triple Sec, tequila, and a big handful of ice in a cocktail shaker (or blender). Shake the margarita really well, for a good 20 seconds, add a splash of beer and strain into the salt rimmed glasses filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel.

COPYCAT CHEVYS ULTIMATE ORANGE MARGARITA



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Make and share this Copycat Chevys Ultimate Orange Margarita recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marguerite214

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 ounces herradura reposado tequila
1/2 ounce Cointreau liqueur
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup prepared sweet-and-sour mix
salt, around the rim (optional)
lime wedge, garnish

Steps:

  • Put a handfull of ice into a shaker.
  • Add all ingredients and shake.
  • Pour the drink into a 12-oz margarita glass (salt rim first, if you want it) Garnish with a lime wedge on a toothpick, add a straw, and serve.

ULTIMATE FROZEN STRAWBERRY JALAPENO MARGARITA



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Variation on the ultimate frozen strawberry margarita. Serve in margarita glasses with the rims dipped in powdered sugar or coarse salt.

Provided by Amy

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Tequila Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups ice, or as needed
6 fluid ounces tequila
2 fluid ounces elderflower liqueur (such as St. Germain®)
4 slices jalapeno pepper, or to taste
8 ounces frozen sweetened strawberries, thawed
3 fluid ounces frozen limeade concentrate
1 fluid ounce frozen strawberry daiquiri concentrate

Steps:

  • Fill a blender with ice; blend until ice is crushed. Pour tequila, elderflower liqueur, and jalapeno pepper slices over ice. Add strawberries, limeade, and strawberry daiquiri concentrate; blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 10.6 mg, Sugar 40.1 g

Tips:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh lime juice and high-quality tequila are essential for a great margarita. Avoid using bottled or pre-made mixes, as they often contain artificial flavors and sweeteners.
  • Chill Your Ingredients: Chilling your ingredients before making the margarita will help to create a more refreshing and flavorful drink. You can chill your tequila, lime juice, and glassware in the refrigerator or freezer for at least 30 minutes before mixing.
  • Use the Right Proportions: The classic margarita recipe calls for a 3:2:1 ratio of tequila, lime juice, and Cointreau. However, you can adjust these proportions to suit your taste. If you prefer a sweeter margarita, you can add more Cointreau or simple syrup. If you prefer a more tart margarita, you can add more lime juice.
  • Shake or Stir: Margaritas can be shaken or stirred. Shaking the margarita will create a frothy, aerated drink, while stirring will create a smoother, more elegant drink. If you are using a blender, blend the margarita on low speed until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Garnish with Lime and Salt: The classic margarita is garnished with a lime wedge and a sprinkle of salt. The salt helps to balance out the sweetness of the margarita and adds a refreshing touch. You can also garnish your margarita with other fruits, such as strawberries or raspberries.

Conclusion:

The margarita is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. With its refreshing and flavorful combination of tequila, lime juice, and Cointreau, the margarita is sure to please everyone. Whether you prefer a classic margarita or a more modern variation, there is a recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a delicious and refreshing cocktail, give the margarita a try.

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