Description
Enjoy a refreshing Frozen Margarita made with fresh lime juice, tequila, and triple sec, blended to a slushy perfection. Perfect for summer gatherings, this cocktail can be garnished with lime wedges and mint for an extra touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of ice
- 1 cup of fresh lime juice (about 8–10 limes)
- 1/2 cup of triple sec (orange liqueur)
- 1 cup of tequila (preferably silver or blanco)
- 1/4 cup of simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Salt for rimming glasses (optional)
- Lime wedges for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Roll the limes on a countertop to soften them, then cut in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or fork until you have 1 cup of fresh lime juice.
- Combine equal parts sugar and water (1/4 cup each) in a small saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let cool before using.
- Prepare a high-speed blender, measuring cup, and jigger for accurate measurements.
- In the blender, combine 2 cups of ice, 1 cup of fresh lime juice, 1/2 cup of triple sec, 1 cup of tequila, and 1/4 cup of simple syrup (if desired).
- Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds until smooth and slushy. If too thick, add more lime juice or a splash of water.
- Taste the margarita and adjust sweetness with more simple syrup if needed, then blend again briefly.
- For a salted rim, run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip into salt.
- Pour the blended margarita into the prepared glasses, filling them generously.
- Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and optional fresh mint leaves.
- Serve immediately with a straw or cocktail stirrer for a refreshing drink experience.
Notes
- Fruit Variations: Add 1 cup of fresh fruit like strawberries or mangoes for a fruity twist.
- Spicy Margarita: Add jalapeño slices for a spicy kick.
- Make it a Pitcher: Scale the recipe for larger gatherings by multiplying the ingredients.
- Storage: Leftover margarita mix can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days; stir before serving.
- Non-Alcoholic Version: Omit tequila and triple sec for a refreshing mocktail.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes