Champagne Margarita
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5
Champagne Margarita
Description
The Champagne Margarita uses the foundational margarita ingredients of tequila, lime juice, and triple sec, combined with champagne to add sparkle and lightness. Preparing it on the rocks involves layering the spirits over ice before topping with champagne, while the shaken version chills and mixes the alcohols before pouring and topping. The use of freshly squeezed lime juice ensures bright citrus notes that contrast with the smooth, dry champagne, creating a layered flavor profile.
This cocktail is best served with a salted or sugared rim and a lime garnish for an extra touch of aroma and flavor. It works well as a celebratory drink for gatherings or special events.
The recipe notes suggest variations such as using pink champagne for color variation, substituting vodka for tequila, or replacing triple sec with fresh orange juice, accommodating different preferences and ingredient availability.
Both tequila and champagne quality impact the overall taste; choosing balanced champagne avoids overly sweet or dry extremes. The cocktail also contains 5 Blue Plan SmartPoints per serving, based on the original notes.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce tequila
- ½ ounce lime juice freshly squeezed
- ½ ounce triple sec
- ¼ cup champagne or enough to fill the glass
Instructions
To make this on the rocks;
- Fill a rocks glass with ice.
- Add tequila, lime juice, and Triple Sec.
- Stir gently to combine then top with champagne and serve immediately.
To make as a shaken cocktail;
- Fill a cocktail shaker (or glass jar) with ice. Add tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
- Shake until chilled, for about 30 seconds.
- Pour into a glass, top it off with champagne, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use quality tequila and champagne for best flavor; choose a balanced champagne rather than one that is too sweet or too dry.
- Consider rimming the glass with homemade margarita salt or sugar and garnish with a lime wedge for enhanced presentation.
- Pink champagne can substitute traditional champagne to add a colorful twist suitable for celebrations like bridal showers or girls night.
- If tequila is not available, vodka can be used as a substitute to make the cocktail.
- In case triple sec is unavailable, fresh orange juice can be used as an alternative orange flavoring.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 142 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 142kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 52mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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