5 from 14 votes
Italian Margarita Recipe
This Italian Margarita combines tequila and amaretto with fresh lemon and lime juices for a citrus-forward twist on the classic cocktail. The addition of amaretto adds a subtle almond flavor, enriching the drink's profile. Salt or sugar on the rim is optional, allowing customization to taste. Shaken with ice and served chilled, it offers a balanced blend of sweet, sour, and nutty notes in a vibrant, refreshing cocktail.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
1
Calories:
252 kcal
Course:
Cocktails
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 2 ounces tequila
- 1 oz. amaretto liquor
- 1 oz. lemon juice
- 1 oz. lime juice fresh
- 1 lime optional for lime slices/ lime wedges for garnish
- salt optional, for rim
- sugar optional, for rim
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
- Shake.
- Pour into your favorite Margarita glass and enjoy!
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Notes
- Consume the Italian Margarita shortly after preparation for the best flavor experience.
- Store any unused cocktail in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one day.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
252kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
0.3g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.02g
(0%)
Sodium
5mg
(0%)
Potassium
140mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
49IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
39mg
(43%)
Calcium
28mg
(3%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 252kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 49IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.