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Strawberry Margarita on the Rocks
This Strawberry Margarita on the Rocks only requires 5 ingredients and a blender. This refreshing cocktail takes the classic margarita to the next level.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
- ⅔ cup Sugar
- ½ cup Fresh lime juice
- ⅓ cup Orange liqueur, like Grand Marnier or Cointreau
- 1 cup Tequila
- Ice
- Coarse salt or sugar , to rim the glass
- Strawberries and limes , for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the strawberries in half and put in blender.
- Add the lime juice and sugar or honey to the blender with the strawberries. Blend until you have a smooth puree.
- Add in the tequila and orange liqueur. Blend until well mixed. This is the time to taste and adjust the liquor if needed.
- Moisten the rims of the glasses with a slice of lime and garnish the rims with sugar or salt.
On the Rocks
- If serving on the rocks, pour into glasses filled with ice.
Frozen Margarita
- For frozen margaritas, add a good amount of ice to the blender with the puree. Blend until the ice is crushed and the consistency is slushy.
- Serve with strawberries and limes as garnish.
Christina's Notes
- Virgin Strawberry Margarita: Omit the alcohol and add more strawberries to make this non-alcoholic.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste test and add extra sweetener or alcohol if desired.
- Don't Skimp on Fresh Lime Juice: It makes a world of difference! Bottled juice lacks the bright, zesty flavor of freshly squeezed lime.
- Chill Your Ingredients: Cold ingredients make for a more refreshing margarita. Chill your tequila, lime juice, and strawberry puree before mixing.
- Shake Vigorously: When using a cocktail shaker, shake well with ice for about 20-30 seconds to properly chill and combine the ingredients.
- Garnish Creatively: Beyond the classic wedge of lime, consider garnishing with a fresh strawberry slice, a sprig of mint or basil, or even a sugared strawberry.
- Quality Tequila Matters (to a Point): While you don't need the most expensive tequila, using a decent quality 100% agave tequila will significantly improve the flavor of your margarita. Avoid "mixto" tequilas, which contain added sugars and other ingredients.
- Proper Ice is Key: Use good quality ice. Avoid overly small or crushed ice if you're serving on the rocks, as it will melt too quickly and dilute your drink.
- Frozen Berries: If you're making a frozen marg, use frozen strawberries so that you don't have to dilute it with ice.
- Serve With: Serve with Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas, Elote Salad (Mexican Street Corn Salad) or Instant Pot Churro Bites.