Description
This Raspberry Margarita is a fruity twist on the classic cocktail, featuring fresh raspberries, tangy lime juice, and smooth tequila. It’s sweet, tart, and perfect for summer gatherings or a festive happy hour. Serve it on the rocks or blended for a refreshing treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 oz (45 ml) tequila (silver or reposado)
- 1 oz (30 ml) orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 3/4 oz (22 ml) fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz (15 ml) simple syrup (or honey/agave syrup)
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)
- Ice (for shaking or blending)
- Salt or sugar (for rimming the glass, optional)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: If desired, rub a lime wedge around the rim of a glass and dip it in salt or sugar.
- Muddle the raspberries: In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh raspberries until they release their juice.
- Mix the cocktail: Add tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, and a handful of ice to the shaker. Shake well for about 15 seconds.
- Strain & serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over fresh ice (or blend with ice for a frozen version).
- Garnish & enjoy: Garnish with extra raspberries and a lime wedge. Serve immediately!
Notes
- Want it spicier? Add a slice of jalapeño when muddling the raspberries.
- Make it lighter: Swap simple syrup for a splash of club soda for a lower-calorie version.
- Frozen version: Blend all ingredients with ice for a slushy margarita.
- Batch cocktail: To serve a crowd, multiply ingredients by the number of guests and mix in a pitcher.