If you are a margarita lover, check out this list of 21 Flavored Margarita Recipes. This collection has all different flavors of margaritas from the more classic to the most unique I could find.
This list of 21 Flavored Margarita Recipes is every margarita lover's dream. You can find fruity versions, spicy versions, and even some unique versions you never thought of!
If you need something to serve with your margaritas, check out my Tequila Queso Fundido and my Healthy Shrimp Ceviche recipes. And, if you love unique cocktails you can make at home, check out my Lavender Lemon Drop and my Fig Leaf Cocktail for more inspiration.
Looking for more Mexican-inspired recipes all in one place? Check out my 15 Instant Pot Mexican Recipes for some easy and quick meals to have while enjoying your margaritas!
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Why This is The Best Margarita List
- Margaritas are easy to make and all of these recipes can be made at home with basic bar tools and accessible ingredients.
- There are many different flavors of margaritas on the list, some are sweet, sour, and/or spicy like a Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita.
- Because there are so many ways to make a margarita, they can be tailored to the season, like a summer Mango Margarita On The Rocks or an occasion like a Halloween Margarita.
- You can also customize any margarita fairly easily to specific taste preferences by adjusting sweetness, tartness, and alcohol content.
Expert Tips for Making Margaritas at Home
- Fresh lime juice is in most of these recipes and using freshly squeezed juice will ensure you have the best tasting margarita possible. Bottle juice has added ingredients that will significantly change the flavor and freshness of the cocktail.
- Choose a quality tequila that you like. I recommend blanco or silver tequila for margaritas because the flavor generally works well with other ingredients. The good news is that decent tequilas aren't too expensive. In the end, use what you love but avoid the cheap stuff.
- Garnish is also important in the overall taste and presentation of a margarita. Ensure you use margarita salt or a course of sugar for the rim. Depending on the flavor of the margarita, use the ingredient list to inspire your garnish like a cherry, slice of cucumber, or a beautiful flower (check if it's an edible flower).
- The type of glass you use makes a difference in presentation and overall sipping experience. Use a classic margarita glass or get creative with a lowball cocktail glass or highball glass.
- If you are preparing your margaritas for a crowd, don't add the ice until you are ready to serve to avoid watering down the mix. Shake with ice right before serving for the best results.
Recipe FAQs for Margaritas
Yes, you can make any margarita non-alcoholic by substituting the tequila for a non-alcoholic tequila and the triple sec or orange liqueur for orange juice or simple syrup.
Yes, while the salt rim often adds to the overall flavor profile of the drink, you can always skip the salt rim if that is your preference. You can also use sugar instead of salt for a margarita that is more sour than sweet.
Margaritas are best when enjoyed immediately, however, you can mix the ingredients without ice ahead of time. When you are ready to serve, shake with ice before serving.
While tequila is the traditional base spirit for a margarita, you can certainly experiment with different alcohols to create variations on the classic cocktail. Some alternatives might include mezcal for a smokier, deeper flavor, pisco for an earthier flavor, or rum for more of a beach-vibe margarita.
Unique Margarita Recipes
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Cynthia Woodman says
Thanks for including me! Pinned and yummed!