Strawberry Margarita Recipe
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Strawberry Margarita Recipe
Description
The Strawberry Margarita Recipe starts by preparing a simple syrup from water, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. This syrup adds sweetness and a slight citrus vanilla note that complements the tangy lime and fresh strawberry puree. Fresh strawberries are blended and strained to remove pulp, ensuring a smooth drink texture without graininess.
The cocktail combines strawberry juice, lime juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and the simple syrup in a shaker for thorough mixing. The glass rims are prepared with lime and dipped in salt or sugar to provide a contrasting border to the tart and sweet flavors inside. The drink is served over ice and garnished with a lime wedge.
This margarita offers a fruity variation on the classic, showcasing fresh strawberry flavor balanced by the acidity of lime and the warmth from tequila and orange liqueur. It's suitable for a refreshing summer cocktail or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pint strawberry washed and hulled, fresh
- 3 ounces lime juice
- 6 ounces tequila
- 3 ounces orange liqueur like Cointreau
- 2 ounces simple syrup
Homemade Simple Syrup Recipe:
- 2 cups water cold
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish:
- lime slices
- sugar for rim
- salt for rim
- ice
Instructions
Make Simple Syrup:
- Place a medium saucepan over medium heat, add water and sugar, and bring to a steady boil.
- Stir constantly until sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and vanilla.
- Let mixture cool completely, for about 20-30 minutes.
Make Strawberry Mixture:
- Add the strawberries to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Strain through a mesh sieve to remove the pulp.
Make Strawberry Margarita:
- Combine the strawberry juice, lime juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker, shake well and set aside.
- Run a lime wedge along the rim of two glasses then dip the rims into a plate with salt or sugar.
- Fill the glasses about ¾ full of ice and pour the cocktail into the glasses, garnish with a lime wedge and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 401kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 19mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 62g | 124% |
| Vitamin A | 14IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 90mg | 100% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| 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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