Grapefruit Margarita
Elevate your cocktail hour with this refreshing and tangy Grapefruit Margarita! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of freshly squeezed grapefruit and lime juices, this recipe brings a modern twist to the classic margarita. Silver tequila and orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec) provide a smooth, citrusy backbone, while a touch of agave syrup balances the tartness. Perfectly chilled and served in a salt-rimmed glass, this easy-to-make cocktail is ready in just 10 minutes and is ideal for any occasion, from summer barbecues to cozy happy hours at home. Garnished with a slice of grapefruit and lime, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious—your new go-to cocktail for sipping in style!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Fresh grapefruit juice
- 30 ml Fresh lime juice
- 60 ml Tequila (silver or blanco)
- 30 ml Cointreau or Triple Sec
- 15 ml Agave syrup
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 piece Grapefruit wedge (for garnish)
- 1 piece Lime wedge (for rimming the glass and garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the serving glass by running a lime wedge around the rim of the glass. Dip the rim into a small plate of salt to coat it evenly. Set the glass aside.
Fill a cocktail shaker with the ice cubes.
Add the fresh grapefruit juice, lime juice, tequila, Cointreau (or Triple Sec), and agave syrup to the shaker.
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to thoroughly mix and chill the ingredients.
Strain the margarita into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice (optional).
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful Grapefruit Margarita!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 142 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 260 mg | 6% | |
*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.
