Strawberry Margarita
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Strawberry Margarita
Description
This cocktail recipe combines fresh strawberries with quality tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, a natural sweetener like honey or agave syrup, and orange liqueur such as Cointreau. Blending these ingredients with ice creates a smooth, chilled drink with balanced sweetness and acidity. The use of fresh lime juice avoids bitterness commonly found in bottled juices, ensuring a crisp citrus profile.
The glass rimmed with margarita salt provides a savory contrast to the sweet and sour drink inside. Garnishing with a fresh strawberry slice contributes visual appeal and a hint of extra fruit flavor. The strawberry's natural sweetness complements the agave and citrus while the tequila provides warmth and depth.
For parties, the recipe can be scaled up and kept chilled in a pitcher, with stirring before serving to maintain consistency. Salt rims can be customized with zest or spices like chile powder or Tajin to vary flavor. Serving on the rocks with ice is an option to moderate dilution and temperature.
Ingredients
- 1 pound strawberry hulled, fresh
- 1 cup tequila
- ⅔ cup lime juice fresh
- ⅓ cup honey or simple, or agave syrup
- ⅓ cup orange liqueur Cointreau, Grand Marnier, or Triple Sec
- Margarita salt or sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Place strawberries, tequila, lime juice, agave, and orange liqueur in a blender. Add the desired amount of ice then pulse until smooth.
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a cocktail glass and dip in salt. Pour margarita into the glass and garnish with a strawberry slice.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice to avoid bitterness found in bottled versions and preserve bright citrus notes.
- For larger servings, scale the ingredients and keep the mixture chilled in an ice-filled pitcher; stir before serving.
- Adjust alcohol and sweetener quantities to achieve desired strength and sweetness.
- Make margarita salt with lemon or lime zest, or add chile powder or Tajin seasoning for a flavorful rim.
- Serve on the rocks by pouring over ice if preferred.
- Add fresh mint or thyme for a botanical garnish that complements the strawberry flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5drinks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 265 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 265kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 194mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 27IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 63mg | 70% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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