Classic Margarita Pitcher
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
8 cocktails
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Calories
293 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
South American
Classic Margarita Pitcher
Description
This recipe uses equal parts freshly squeezed lime juice and silver tequila, combined with triple sec and agave syrup for sweetness. A small pinch of salt enhances the flavor balance. These ingredients are mixed vigorously with ice in a large pitcher or container until well chilled and integrated. The margarita is served over ice in glasses optionally rimmed with salt and garnished with lime wedges or wheels. The fresh lime juice provides tartness, while agave syrup softens the acidity and complements the tequila’s character.
This pitcher-style margarita is practical for serving multiple guests at once, making it suitable for gatherings. The recipe notes that the amount of lime juice and water can be adjusted to reduce sourness or mellow the lime flavor by diluting with a little water before chilling. Adjust the ice amount accordingly to maintain flavor concentration.
Ingredients
- 2 cups lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 cups tequila silver
- 1 cup triple sec
- 6 tablespoons agave or more/less to taste
- salt a pinch
- ice
Instructions
- Combine the lime juice, tequila, triple sec and agave in a large pitcher or a container with some ice. Add the pinch of salt.
- Stir vigorously with a cocktail spoon until the ingredients are cold and incorporated.
- Rim four glasses with salt, if desired, then add ice. Pour the margarita over the ice. Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel and enjoy immediately.
Saúde!
Notes
- When juicing limes, squeeze gently to avoid bitterness from oils in the peel.
- To soften the tart lime flavor, mix 1½ cups lime juice with ½ cup water before chilling.
- Manage ice amount to prevent the drink from becoming too diluted when watered down.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8cocktails
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cocktail | |
| Calories | 293kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 81mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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