Virgin Margarita
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5
Virgin Margarita
Description
The Virgin Margarita mixes freshly squeezed lime juice, simple syrup, and orange juice shaken together until chilled and combined, then topped with club soda for a sparkling finish. This blend achieves bright citrus flavors with balanced sweetness and a bubbly mouthfeel. Serving in a margarita glass often with salted rims enhances the drinking experience by adding a touch of savory contrast to the citrus notes.
The mocktail is garnished with lime wedges or twists to complement the flavors and provide visual appeal. It is meant to be served immediately over ice for maximum freshness and chill. The drink can be easily scaled up to make pitchers for group settings by multiplying the quantities and mixing in advance.
Options include substituting margarita mix for lime juice and simple syrup, though this may alter sweetness levels. Using pre-bottled fresh lime juice or store-bought simple syrup can simplify preparation. The drink is straightforward and refreshing, blending accessible ingredients without any alcohol.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz. lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 oz. simple syrup
- ¾ oz. orange juice
- 4 oz. club soda
- lime for garnish, wedges or twists
Instructions
- Rim a margarita glass with salt, if desired. Fill with ice, and set aside.
- Measure the lime juice, simple syrup and orange juice into a cocktail shaker.
- Mix until all the ingredients are combined and super cold.
- Pour into the prepared glass, and top with club soda.
- Garnish with a wedge of lime, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- This recipe yields one Virgin Margarita but can be doubled or tripled for multiple servings.
- To make a pitcher for six drinks, multiply ingredients accordingly and serve over ice with garnish.
- Using store-bought margarita mix in place of lime juice and simple syrup changes the sweetness; adjust accordingly.
- Pre-made simple syrup and bottled fresh lime juice can save preparation time.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1drink
Amount Per Serving
Calories 92 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 drink | |
| Calories | 92kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.