Texas Style Blood Orange Margarita
Experience a bold twist on a classic cocktail with this Texas Style Blood Orange Margarita, a vibrant and refreshing drink that’s as striking as it is delicious. This recipe combines the sweet-tart allure of freshly squeezed blood orange juice with the smooth kick of silver tequila, a splash of Cointreau, and a zesty hint of lime for a perfect balance of flavors. A touch of agave nectar adds just the right amount of natural sweetness, while a salted rim enhances every sip with a savory contrast. Ready in just 10 minutes, this citrusy margarita is ideal for happy hour, backyard gatherings, or any special occasion. Serve it over ice and garnish with a juicy blood orange wedge for a show-stopping presentation that’s sure to impress your guests. Cheers to a cocktail that’s as bold and unforgettable as the Lone Star State itself!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Blood orange juice
- 2 ounces Silver tequila
- 1 ounce Cointreau (or orange liqueur)
- 1 ounce Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Agave nectar
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
- 1 piece Blood orange wedge
- 1 cup Ice
Instructions
Prepare your glass by rubbing the rim with a blood orange wedge to moisten it.
Spread the coarse sea salt onto a small plate. Dip the rim of the glass into the salt to coat it evenly, then set aside.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add the blood orange juice, silver tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar to the shaker.
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well combined and chilled.
Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice.
Strain the margarita mixture from the shaker into the glass over the ice.
Garnish with a blood orange wedge on the rim and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11642 mg | 506% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 287 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.
