Blood Orange Margaritas
Brighten your cocktail game with these vibrant and tangy Blood Orange Margaritas, a citrusy twist on the classic margarita that's as stunning as it is refreshing. Made with freshly squeezed blood orange juice, smooth silver or reposado tequila, and a splash of orange liqueur, this cocktail delivers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and boozy. A touch of agave syrup adds natural sweetness, while fresh lime juice enhances the zesty citrus profile. The striking ruby-red hue makes these margaritas a showstopper, ideal for happy hours, brunches, or festive gatherings. Serve them in salt-rimmed glasses with a garnish of blood orange slices and lime wedges for a cocktail that's not only delicious but also Instagram-worthy. Ready in just 10 minutes, this refreshing two-serving recipe is a must-try for margarita lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ounces Blood orange juice
- 4 ounces Tequila (silver or reposado)
- 2 ounces Triple sec (or orange liqueur)
- 1 ounce Fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce Agave syrup (or simple syrup)
- 2 cups Ice
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt or coarse sea salt (for rimming glasses)
- 2 slices Blood orange slices (for garnish)
- 2 wedges Lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare your glasses by running a lime wedge around the rim of each glass. Dip the rims into a shallow plate of kosher salt to coat. Set the glasses aside.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the blood orange juice, tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup.
Add ice to the shaker and secure the lid. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Fill the prepared glasses with fresh ice cubes.
Strain the margarita mixture from the shaker into the glasses, dividing it evenly between the two servings.
Garnish each glass with a blood orange slice and a lime wedge.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Blood Orange Margaritas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5903 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 205 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
