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Orange Margarita
This Orange Margarita blends orange juice, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and simple syrup into a citrusy cocktail balanced by the sweetness of orange and tartness of lime. Served over chopped ice in a salted-rim glass, it refreshes with bright fruit flavor and smooth agave notes, suitable for casual gatherings or relaxing evenings.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
1
drink
Calories:
292 kcal
Course:
Cocktails
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 3 oz. orange juice or your favorite orange variety, fresh-squeezed, Cara Cara
- 2 oz. 100% agave tequila silver or blanco
- 1 oz. Cointreau
- 1 oz. lime fresh squeezed juice
- ¼ to ½ oz. simple syrup depending on how sweet you want it
Instructions
- Stir together all ingredients. Pour into a salted-rimmed glass full of chopped ice. Garnish with fresh orange and lime wedges.
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Notes
- If Cara Cara oranges are unavailable, substitute with blood oranges or navel oranges for a similar bright and tangy flavor.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup to achieve your preferred sweetness level.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1
Calories
292kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Sodium
4mg
(0%)
Sugar
22g
(44%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 drink
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 292kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.