28 Top Margarita Recipes
Whether frozen, blended or on the rocks, our margarita recipes are perfect for pairing with Mexican fare or for any festive party.
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Classic Margarita
Simple, straightforward and definitely a classic: This margarita recipe is a solid crowd-pleaser.
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Agave Margarita
Do you prefer your margarita blended or on the rocks (and with or without salt)? This classic tequila cocktail made with agave syrup can be shaken and strained or whirred into a frozen slush, so there's something for everyone.
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Frozen Mango Margarita
Margaritas can be super-sweet, but Ellie Krieger's lighter version swaps most of the sugar for ripe frozen mango. Don't worry, she doesn't skimp on the most-important part — good-quality silver tequila.
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Prickly Pear Margaritas
Prickly pears are much sweeter than their spiky appearance would suggest. The cactus fruit is like a mix of watermelon and strawberry, and it pairs perfectly with classic margarita flavors.
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Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita
Michael Symon infuses this margarita with a halved jalapeno pepper and thin slices of cucumbers –– the longer it sits, the more its spicy notes and refreshing savory flavor intensify.
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Pomegranate Margaritas
This sweet-tart margarita is all fun: pink, frozen and salted on the edge to balance the flavor palate.
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Charred Orange Margarita
This margarita's special twist comes from giving the orange a quick char on the grill, and then mixing it with tequila and lemon and lime juices for a tart cocktail.
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Spicy Margarita
¡Hace calor! In this margarita, "sweet" and "heat" meet in lip-lickin' harmony.
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Chipotle Grapefruit Margarita
Ruby red grapefruit juice makes a perfect partner for smoky chipotle powder in this sweet, tangy margarita that has just a hint of heat.
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Whole Citrus Margarita
Michael Chiarello's citrus margarita is tart, tasty and easy to make all year long. Try it at your next party.
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Pomegranate Margarita
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Lovely Lavender Margaritas
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The Ultimate Margarita
Yes, it's true — skip the skepticism and shake up Tyler Florence's margarita to see why it's truly the ultimate take on this on-the-rocks fave.
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Watermelon Margarita Mimosa
Transform a basic margarita into a bright, bubbly drink by adding watermelon juice, orange liqueur and chilled cava.
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Frozen Cucumber Margarita
Michael Symon blends a hothouse cucumber and mint leaves into his margarita for their cooling, savory flavors.
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Grilled Citrus Margarita
Dip sliced lemons, limes and oranges into sugar before caramelizing them on the grill to create a smoky, sweet citrus juice to mix with your favorite tequila. Serve the margaritas in Mason jars for a rustic, cozy vibe.
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Bobby Flay's Sangrita
Bobby's unique cocktail combines the savory flavors of a Bloody Mary (this one contains caramelized onions!) with the ingredients of a margarita. Perfect for brunch or sipping leisurely in the sun.
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Mint Julep Margarita
This mash-up of the Kentucky Derby classic and the must-have Mexican drink combines Southern flavors (muddled mint leaves and bourbon) with margarita staples (lime juice and orange liqueur) to form the ultimate hybrid cocktail.
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French Margarita
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Fresh Cherry Margaritas
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Top-Of-The-Line Margarita
Mexican-food expert Rick Bayless doesn't play around when it comes to his 'rita. He chooses top-shelf tequila and orange liqueur to make his truly el mejor.
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Ruby Red Grapefruit Margarita
There are few things as refreshing — or pretty — as this sweet-tart margarita cocktail.
Moonshine Margarita
Add a shot of Tennessee moonshine into the mix for a good ol' Southern twist on the classic margarita.
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Toloache Margarita
Toloache is the name for a flowering plant used in love potions in Mexico, so it's no wonder you'll be head over heels for this hibiscus and muddled-blueberry margarita from the same-named New York City restaurant.
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Hungry Girl's Magical Low-Calorie Margarita
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Watermelon Margaritas
Diced watermelon turns this margarita into a sangria-like summer drink, soaking up tequila for a refreshing end-of-drink chaser.
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Smokey Margarita
Smoky mezcal gives this margarita its moniker, adding robust savory flavor to the drink and making it perfect for pairing with spicy grilled meats.
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Raspberry Lemon Margaritas
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