Strawberry Margarita Recipe | Simple and Delicious

Strawberry Margarita Recipe | Fresh, fruity, and Easy to make

This isn't a sugar bomb. It's a classic margarita with real strawberries, bright, lightly sweet, and finished with a clean citrus bite. No syrupy mixes. Just fresh fruit, good Tequila, and a little know-how.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Cocktail, Drinks

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Calories: 185

Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
• 3 oz Tequila Blanco 100% agave, don't skimp here
• 1 oz orange liqueur Cointreau or triple sec
• 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
• ½ oz simple syrup adjust to taste.
• Ice
• Kosher salt or Tajín for the rim
• Lime wedges & strawberries for garnish

Method

 

Prep the Glass

1. Run a lime wedge around the rim of two short cocktail glasses. Dip the rims in a plate of kosher salt or Tajín. Fill glasses with fresh ice and set them aside.

Muddle the Strawberries

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries until they release their juices and break down completely. This gives the drink real fruit flavor, not just color.

Add and Shake

1. Add tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker. Fill it with ice. Shake hard for about 15 seconds. You want it cold and slightly aerated.

Strain and Serve

1. Double-strain (using a fine mesh strainer) into the prepared glasses. This removes the strawberry seeds and pulp for a smoother sip.

Garnish

1. Add a lime wheel or fresh strawberry to the rim. Serve immediately.

Video

Notes

Freshness matters here. Strawberries, lime juice, and tequila are the three pillars of this drink, so use ripe berries, juice your limes, and skip the cheap tequila. The balance between sweet and sour can vary slightly depending on the season and the berries, so always taste before you pour. A great margarita doesn’t come from a mix; it comes from paying attention.

Seasonal Variations

Spring:

Try using early-season strawberries with a splash of elderflower liqueur. The floral notes pair beautifully with the fresh berries and add complexity to your spring strawberry margarita.

Summer:

Peak-season strawberries mean you can skip the sweeteners altogether. For an easy summer margarita twist, add a few fresh basil leaves or substitute part of the lime juice for Meyer lemon.

Fall:

Switch up the citrus. Try blood orange or tangerine juice with your strawberries for a deeper, more complex flavor. Its sour version makes an excellent transition drink when summer starts to fade.

Winter:

Use frozen strawberries and warm the rim with spices. A cinnamon-sugar rim or smoked salt makes this winter strawberry margarita feel festive, especially around the holidays.

Serving Suggestions

Taco Night Pairing: This cocktail works perfectly with grilled shrimp tacos or fish tacos. The citrus and strawberries cut through the spice and fat nicely.

Brunch Drink Option: Serve in place of mimosas for a vibrant brunch cocktail with a fresh fruit twist. Works well with dishes like avocado toast, huevos rancheros, or a summer frittata.

Frozen Treat: Blend with ice and pour into popsicle molds for boozy margarita pops, great for backyard BBQs.

Margarita Bar: Offer this alongside classic lime and mango margaritas to create a colorful margarita bar for parties or bridal showers.

Tips & Tricks

Use ripe, red strawberries: The deeper the color, the better the flavor. Pale berries = watery drinks. Frozen strawberries work in a pinch, especially the frozen version.

Choose Quality Tequila: Go for 100% agave blanco tequila. If you’re unsure, brands like Espolòn, Olmeca Altos, or El Tesoro are great mid-range options.

Balance Sweetness and Acidity: Always taste before serving. Strawberries vary in sweetness, so adjust the lime juice and simple syrup accordingly.

Chill Everything First: Cold ingredients = less dilution. Chill your Tequila, lime juice, and even your glasses if you want the smoothest pour.

Upgrade the Rim: A mix of kosher salt and sugar, or salt and Tajín, boosts flavor and presentation without being gimmicky.

Nutritional Estimate (Per Serving)

• Calories: ~185
• Sugar: ~8g
• Carbs: ~11g
• Alcohol by Volume: ~14%

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)