This Strawberry Basil Margarita is a getaway in a glass. With fresh basil leaves, strawberries, and a splash of tequila, you can enjoy this summer drink all year round.
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Why this Strawberry Basil Margarita Recipe is a Keeper
These tart and refreshing margaritas are perfect for strawberry season, with a summery taste and a subtle basil flavor. The flavor of strawberries and basil together make for a fun twist on the classic cocktail.
- 5 Minute Drink: Have this refreshing margarita ready in just 5 minutes. This margarita is one of the easiest cocktail recipes you can make.
- Easy Ingredients: All of the ingredients for this strawberry basil margarita cocktail recipe can be found in your kitchen or local grocery store.
- Party Pleaser: Make a large batch of this margarita recipe as a pitcher drink for all your party needs, so that everyone can sip this refreshing cocktail.
If you’re looking for more cocktail recipes, try these: Original Margarita, Strawberry Horchata, and Classic Mojito.
What is the Best Tequila for Margaritas?
Blanco tequila is recommended for margaritas, as it’s clean and crisp, with a mild sweet agave flavor. Add the remaining ingredients along with the tequila to your cocktail shaker.
Ingredient Notes for this Strawberry Basil Margarita Cocktail
- Fresh Strawberries: Hull the strawberries before using them in the margarita.
- Fresh Basil: These margaritas are a great use for fresh basil from your garden.
- Tequila: Reposado or any type you prefer.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions to Make a Strawberry Basil Margarita
- Berries: You can use other types of berries, such as blackberries or blueberries.
- Sweetener: Add a bit of sweetener or simple syrup, or use different flavors if you’d prefer.
- Triple Sec: Any type of triple sec will work in this cocktail.
Special Equipment Needed to Make a Strawberry Basil Cocktail
- Cocktail Shaker: Add the tequila and other ingredients to the bottom of a cocktail shaker, fill the shaker with ice, and shake vigorously to make this boozy marg. If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, a blender works fine.
- Muddler: A muddler will help add to the overall flavor, and aerates the cocktail.
Cocktail Pro Tip
Add a drizzle of hot honey for a spicy and sweet finish.
How to Make a Strawberry and Basil Margarita
Make this strawberry basil margarita in just a few simple steps, pour into a rimmed glass, and enjoy! This refreshing summer cocktail is made with fresh ingredients, perfect for summertime. Read on to learn how to make this classic cocktail with basil and strawberries. You will love love this recipe all summer.
These are the basic steps for making strawberry basil margaritas. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Add Tequila
Add strawberries, tequila, Cointreau liqueur, lime juice, and honey into the bowl of a blender or food processor; blend on high until fully pureed.
2. Salt the Glass
Pour the kosher salt onto a small plate. Run the juiced lime around the edge of the glass. Dip both glasses into the salt so that the rims are covered with salt.
3. Fill With Ice and Pour
Place half of the chopped basil into each glass. Muddle the basil until you smell it. Then, fill each glass with fresh ice and pour half of the strawberry
mixture into each glass with several ice cubes; stir well. Garnish with extra sprigs of basil or a lime wedge around the rim.
FAQs to Make this Cocktail with Fresh Basil Leaves
You can make these margaritas up to 3 days in advance. I’d love to make these and have them on hand in the summer.
Make the margaritas with crushed ice and freeze for 30 minutes. If you can’t seem to get the right consistency, use your blender.
Yes; you can use fresh or frozen strawberries.
Expert Tips to Make Strawberry Basil Margarita Recipe
- Herbs: Use cilantro, mint, or thyme in place of basil to make this cocktail.
- Soda: Dilute with soda, frozen limeade concentrate, or lemonade for a twist on the classic margarita, so it isn’t quite as strong. For a stronger margarita, you can also try maraschino liqueur or orange liqueur.
- Strawberries: In addition to muddled basil, you can also muddle the strawberries to release the flavor. Add strawberries into a glass and pour.
What to Serve with Strawberry Margaritas
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Strawberry Basil Margarita
Equipment
- Blender or Food Processor
- Small plate
- 2 Glasses
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Ingredients
- ½ pint Fresh Strawberries, hulled
- ½ cup Blanco Tequila
- 1.5 ounce Cointreau
- 1 Lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2-3 Basil Sprigs, chopped
- Ice
- ¼ cup Kosher Salt
Instructions
- Placed the strawberries, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and honey into the bowl of a blend or food processor; blend on high until fully pureed.
- Pour the kosher salt onto a small plate. Run the juiced lime around the edge of the glass. Dip both glasses into the salt so that the rims are covered.
- Place half of the chopped basil into each glass. Muddle the basil until you smell it.
- Fill each glass with ice and pour half of the strawberry mixture into each glass. Garnish with extra sprigs of basil.
Christina’s Notes
- Herbs: Use cilantro, mint, or thyme in place of basil to make this cocktail.
- Soda: Dilute with soda, frozen limeade concentrate, or lemonade for a twist on the classic margarita, so it isn’t quite as strong. For a stronger margarita, you can also try maraschino liqueur or orange liqueur.
- Strawberries: In addition to muddled basil, you can also muddle the strawberries to release the flavor. Add strawberries into a glass and pour.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.