Grapefruit Margaritas
Elevate your happy hour with these refreshing Grapefruit Margaritas, a zesty twist on the classic cocktail! Bursting with the tangy sweetness of freshly squeezed grapefruit and lime juices, this vibrant drink pairs perfectly with smooth silver tequila and a splash of orange liqueur. Balanced with a touch of simple syrup, each sip offers a delightful blend of citrusy brightness and just the right hint of sweetness. Serve them chilled in salt-rimmed glasses for the ultimate presentation, and garnish with a lime wheel to impress your guests. In just 10 minutes, you'll have a sophisticated, crowd-pleasing cocktail perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or any celebratory occasion. Cheers to easy, delicious, and unforgettable flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Fresh grapefruit juice
- 0.5 cups Fresh lime juice
- 1 cups Silver tequila
- 0.5 cups Triple sec (or orange liqueur)
- 0.25 cups Simple syrup
- 3 cups Ice cubes
- 0.25 cups Salt
- 1 piece Grapefruit wedge
- 4 pieces Lime wheel (optional garnish)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the glasses. Spread the salt on a small plate. Rub a grapefruit wedge along the rim of each glass, then dip the rim into the salt to coat. Set the glasses aside.
In a large cocktail shaker or pitcher, combine the grapefruit juice, lime juice, silver tequila, triple sec, and simple syrup.
Fill the shaker or pitcher with ice cubes and shake or stir well to chill the mixture thoroughly.
Fill the prepared glasses with fresh ice and strain the margarita mixture evenly into each glass.
Garnish each glass with a lime wheel, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28329 mg | 1232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.7 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 874 mg | 19% | |
*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.
