5 from 3 votes
Virgin Margarita Recipe
This Margarita Mocktail is a refreshing summer drink made without alcohol. It's perfect for a summer party, and you'll find a few other variations below to make your life easier.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
1
Calories:
82 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
Orange Simple Syrup
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ½ cup agave nectar
- 1 cup water
Virgin Margarita
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 tablespoons simple syrup orange flavored
- ½ cup sparkling water or plain club soda, lime-flavored
- lime for garnish, lime slices
- salt for garnish, lime slices
Instructions
How to Make Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine the orange zest, agave nectar, and water. Bring the liquid to a boil and then set a timer for 1 minute. When the timer goes off, remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool completely. This should take 30 to 60 minutes.
- This syrup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. It's perfect for this mocktail recipe, but you can also use it to make oatmeal, chia pudding, and more.
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How to Make a Virgin Margarita
- For a salted rim, run a lime wedge around the rim of your serving glass then tip it upside down into a plate of flaky salt. Shake off any excess from the rim of the glass.
- Into the glass add the lime juice, simple syrup, and sparkling water. You can add an extra ¼ cup of sparkling water if you prefer a less sweet or tangy flavor. Top off the glass with ice and serve chilled with a lime slice as garnish.
Notes
- Nutrition information is for 1 mocktail. This information is automatically calculated and is just an estimate, not a guarantee.
- Simple Syrup Note: You can use any other sweetener you prefer, such as honey or maple syrup. Or replace the agave nectar with 1 cup of white sugar, instead. As written, this simple syrup should make enough for 8 drinks. Feel free to double or triple it, if needed.
- Blended Variation: To make a blended margarita mocktail, combine a 1/3 cup of lime juice, a 1/4 cup of orange juice, 3 tablespoons of agave nectar, and 1 cup of sparkling water. Add 2 cups of ice, then secure the lid on the blender and blend until slushy. Serve right away for the best flavor and texture.
- Skip the Simple Syrup: For a faster virgin Margarita, combine 3 tablespoons of lime juice, 2 tablespoons of fresh orange juice, and 1 teaspoon of agave nectar. Stir well, then add 1/2 cup of lime-flavored sparkling water. Serve with ice right away.
Nutrition Information
Calories
82kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
21g
(7%)
Protein
0.3g
(1%)
Fat
0.1g
(0%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.01g
(0%)
Sodium
39mg
(2%)
Potassium
69mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
15g
(30%)
Vitamin A
48IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
25mg
(28%)
Calcium
29mg
(3%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 82
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 82kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 39mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 69mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 48IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.