50 Refreshing Margarita Recipes That'll Instantly Make You Feel Like You're on Vacation
Typically made with tequila, orange liqueur, and fresh limes, margaritas are a refreshing and tasty cocktail choice for anyone in need of a drink. Margaritas can be infused with fruity flavors, blended into a frozen drink, or served on the rocks. From coconut concoctions to fresh watermelon refreshers, every sip is as delightful as the first. Whether you prefer your margaritas classic or creative, we've got a ton of recipes to satisfy your cocktail cravings. Stock up on tequila and limes, and enjoy a tequila-twisted drink like never before. Don't forget the tortilla chips and guacamole!
— Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
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Spicy Cucumber Margarita
Imagine: tequila mixed with fresh lime juice, cucumbers, spicy jalapeños, and topped off with ginger beer. It has a fizzy twist and spicy kick, providing your taste buds with everything they could dream of.
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Blood Orange Margarita
Give happy hour a whole new meaning when you sip on these blood-orange margaritas. They're easy to make, super refreshing, and unlike any marg you've ever had before.
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Azul Margarita
Made with Blue Curacao, these colorful libations were made to be sipped poolside! Tequila, Blue Curacao, lime juice, and simple syrup work together to make this the brightest drink of all.
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Prickly Pear Margarita
Add a little edge to your cocktail selection when you learn how to perfect this prickly pear margarita. The bright-pink hue makes it even more fun to enjoy!
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Pink Champagne Strawberry Margaritas
Sweet, fruity, and too cute to pass up, these strawberry margaritas feature a bubbly burst of Champagne in every sip. Add fresh strawberries to the rim for a chic finishing touch.
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Frozen Peach Margarita
Made with frozen peaches, lime, honey, and a splash of tequila, these frozen margaritas cut the calorie count in half. They're light and tasty, so feel free to sip on as many as you please.
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St. Germain Margarita
How delicious (and glamorous!) does an elderflower margarita sound? This three-ingredient recipe only includes tequila, elderflower liqueur, and lime juice.
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Italian Margarita With Amaretto
A twist on the standard margarita, this Italian-inspired recipe uses amaretto (an almond liqueur) instead of an orange liqueur like triple sec or Cointreau. It gives a certain richness with no need for added sweeteners or simple syrup.
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Raspberry Strawberry Margarita
Get your fruit fix in no time with this raspberry strawberry margarita recipe. It brings you all the best flavors, as well as a great buzz.
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Pitcher Margaritas
In need of a serious happy hour? Made with simple and fresh ingredients, this margarita is nothing short of delicious.
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Margarita Sangria
Strawberries, rosé, and tequila go hand-in-hand to make this happy hour favorite. Add limes, berries, and as much alcohol as you want. Enjoy!
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Firecracker Berry Margarita Floats
Part drink, part dessert, these margarita floats are just the thing to put a smile on your face. And look how cute the "firecracker" is!
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Beergarita
Put a twist on the classic margarita when you add an ice-cold beer to the mix. You'll have a refreshing concoction that's perfect for sipping in no time.
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Traditional Margaritas
To make the best classic margarita of them all, freshly squeezed lime and lemon juice are essential. Don't be afraid to splurge on some nice tequila, too.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Margarita
A fruity margarita with a twist, you'll be enjoying this drink all year long. In a large pitcher, combine the strawberry rhubarb syrup, tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and orange juice together, and your work here is done.
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Margarita Punch
Give the people what they want when you pour them a glass of this pink punch. It's easy, tasty, and includes Prosecco!
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Spicy Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita
If spicy drinks are your thing, we promise you'll fall in love with this tangy cocktail. It packs a big punch, so feel free to add as much (or as little) spice as you want.
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Strawberry Hibiscus Ginger Margarita
Fun and fruity, this strawberry hibiscus ginger margarita has everything you need to make the perfect afternoon cocktail. Fresh strawberries, hibiscus tea, ginger, and a big splash of tequila make this drink better than just good — it's great.
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Spicy Grapefruit Margarita
Fruity and tangy, this grapefruit margarita will be your new go-to cocktail. It pairs well with chips and dip, so be sure to bring out the appetizers!
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Frozen Three-Citrus Margarita
Lemons, limes, and oranges unite to make this citrus margarita come to life. Add fresh jalapeño slices if you want to give it an extra kick!
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Pineapple Margarita Sparklers
Give your drinks an extra kick by adding the bubbly! These margaritas are filled with fresh citrus and tequila and topped off with Champagne. Cheers to that!
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Frozen Margarita
Like an alcoholic slushy minus the sugar crash, these sweet-tart frozen margaritas were made to delight, especially when rimmed with salt.
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Spiced Apple Margarita
The classic margarita takes an autumnal turn when made with apple juice, cinnamon, and star anise. It's good any month of the year, so be sure not to forget about it!
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Pop Rocks Margarita
Surprise and delight your taste buds with this festive Pop Rocks margarita. It'll take you right back to the good ole days of being a kid, but this time, with alcohol.
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Tommy's Mexican Restaurant Classic Margarita
For a pared-down take on the classic margarita recipe, try this tangy sipper that swaps agave nectar for orange liqueur to let the tequila and lime shine.
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Spicy Avocado Margarita
Avocados sound like a strange addition to a cocktail, until you consider that margaritas are often paired with guacamole. What a killer combo, right?
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Honeydew Margarita
This fruit-flavored marg is almost like a cocktail-and-agua-fresca hybrid. In other words: very refreshing.
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Pumpkin Spice Margarita
For something unexpectedly cozy, try a pumpkin spice margarita. It'll keep you warm all night long.
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Jalapeño Margaritas With Jalapeño-Infused Tequila
These spicy margaritas are very strong (hello, infused tequila), have zero added sugar, and are exactly what you need after a long day. You can thank us later.
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Tamarind Margarita
Take your cocktail to the next level when you make this tasty twist. It's complete with tamarind paste, lemon and lime juice, agave, and a splash of tequila. Just add chili salt to the rim to make it complete.
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5-Minute Frozen Margarita
Made with a few simple ingredients a whole lot of flavor, this easy-to-make recipe will shake up the way you make margs. Pass the blender!
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Vanilla Pineapple Margarita
With sweet hints of vanilla and tropical notes of pineapple, this recipe gives you the best of both worlds. Add sugar to the rim to make even sweeter.
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Jalapeño Margarita Slushies
This tangy slushy boasts flavors of tequila, lime, and fresh jalapeños, and nothing sounds better than that.
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Frozen Watermelon Margaritas
These ice-cold concoctions are all things refreshing and sweet. Garnish with lime and sugar to make it a drink worth envying.
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5-Ingredient Margarita
All you need for this easy-to-make margarita is smooth tequila, simple syrup or agave, a dash of lime, splash of lemon, and some freshly-squeezed orange juice. We told you it was easy!
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Spicy Mango Margarita
Just as the name implies, this delightful drink has a spicy kick with a mango hint. Just grab a jalapeño-infused tequila (the spicier the better), and enjoy!
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Citrus Margarita
Whip up this tangy drink when you want something extra refreshing to sip on. It's low-cal and easy to make, too.
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Frozen Cantaloupe Margarita
Say hello to your new favorite drink. These frozen cantaloupe margaritas can be poured right inside the rind, making it the most fruit-filled drink you've ever had.
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Mojito Margarita
This tasty twist on mojitos and margaritas will change the way you drink cocktails. Add tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, fresh mint, and a splash of club soda to make this fan favorite.
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Roasted Tomato Margarita
In the mood for a Bloody Mary and a margarita? You've come to the right place. This roasted tomato margarita will kick your taste buds into overdrive in no time. Just add tomato puree to tequila and lime juice, and enjoy!
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Mango Habanero Margaritas
If you're on the hunt for a seriously good drink, and we mean a good drink, this margarita is exactly what you need. Just add habaneros, mangos, lime, and tequila, and you've made a spicy (and sweet!) treat.
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Classic Margarita
Sometimes less is more, and in the case of this traditional margarita, that couldn't be more true. Just grab a shaker and you'll be sippin' soon enough!
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Frozen Blackberry Margaritas
Crisp and cool, these frozen margaritas pack a punch of flavor in every sip. Garnish each drink with frozen blackberries to make it complete.
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Blackberry Thyme Margarita
Sweet, savory, and ultra-refreshing, this blackberry twist is full of fresh berries, plums, thyme, and a big splash of tequila. Drink up!
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Pineapple Lime Beer Margarita
With a little bit of everything, we can't get enough of these fruit-flavored beer margaritas. They're tropical, zesty, and have the perfect amount of alcohol for those looking to have a little fun.
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Cranberry Orange Margarita
This margarita might sound like it's only appropriate for the fall, but that's definitely not the case. The tart cranberries pair effortlessly with the sweet sugar, making it ideal for any time of year.
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Jalapeño Margarita
With a secret ingredient (celery leaves), this marg delivers delightful flavors you've never had before. Less vegetal tasting and more herbal — similar to parsley — the celery leaves also contribute to its glowingly green color.
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Strawberry Margarita
This ruby-red strawberry sipper will treat your taste buds right. It's got all the fruity flavors you've been looking for, plus a kick of tequila.
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Green Juice Margarita
Day drinking? You can do no better than a gingery green juice margarita. It contains kale, ginger, limes, and tequila, meaning you'll feel healthy all while getting a nice buzz!
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Cranberry Margarita
No fresh cranberries are needed to make this variation; instead it uses cranberry juice, which gives the tequila drink a bittersweet tang and blushing hue.
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