15 Best Margarita Recipes Because It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere
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Out of all the cocktail recipes, there's one that Ree Drummond has made over and over again: margaritas! From frozen mango margs to prickly pear margaritas, The Pioneer Woman has re-imagined the classic margarita in so many ways. She even has her very own Marg-a-Ree-ta (made with cilantro, cucumber, and mint) on the menu of her restaurant, P-Town Pizza. And if it's good enough to put her name on it, it's good enough for us! Looking to make Ree's most popular margaritas at home? You're in luck! Here, you'll find those margarita recipes and so much more.
What exactly is a margarita? In Spanish, margarita means "daisy," which may refer to its origin as a twist on the classic Daisy cocktail (consisting of spirits, citrus, orange liqueur, and soda). However, the history of this tequila drink is often debated. For a classic margarita, all you need are a few simple ingredients: lime, triple sec, and the best tequila for margaritas. You can also add a sweetener, like agave, and salt on the rim of your glass. The result: a sweet and sour drink with a hint of saltiness. Perfect for sipping alongside your favorite taco recipes or Mexican recipes for fiesta night!
These days, margaritas come in all shapes and sizes. You can find them frozen, sparkling, spicy, or fruity. Pick your favorite to shake up right now. After all, it's five o'clock somewhere!
Classic Margarita
Nothing beats the original! But if you want to turn this drink into a slushy beverage, just add extra ice and blend in a blender until smooth.
Get the Classic Margarita recipe.
Pomegranate Margarita
Pomegranate juice has a fruity, tangy flavor (similar to cranberry juice) that pairs perfectly with citrus-y lime. Plus, it gives this drink a pop of color.
Get the Pomegranate Margarita recipe.
Spicy Jalapeño Margarita
If you're not afraid of a bit of spice, then this jalapeño margarita will be a great way to kick things up! The key is to allow the jalapeño to infuse in the tequila for 24 hours.
Get the Spicy Jalapeño Margarita recipe.
Sparkling Margarita
This bubbly twist on margaritas would be perfect for Valentine's Day, anniversaries, or any special occasions. You can use champagne or a less expensive sparkling wine.
Get the Sparkling Margarita recipe.
Watermelon Margarita
Summer's favorite drink just got even more summery! This fruity, pink marg is made with fresh watermelon and it even has a sliced watermelon wedge for garnish. It's so refreshing!
Get the Watermelon Margarita recipe.
Marg-a-Ree-ta
Ree gives her margaritas a burst of freshness thanks to cilantro, mint, and cucumber slices. It might just be the most refreshing cocktail around.
Get Ree's Marg-a-Ree-ta recipe.
Strawberry Margarita
This recipe uses strawberries two ways: fresh strawberries are blended and combined with tequila and triple sec, while freeze-dried strawberries are used to garnish the rim!
Get Ree's Strawberry Margarita recipe.
Cadillac Margarita
This margarita recipe uses top-shelf ingredients, so it deserves a top-shelf margarita glass to match! The festive cup is great for decorating with salt, lime rounds, or even mandarin slices.
Get the Cadillac Margarita recipe.
Prickly Pear Margaritas
Not only does prickly pear syrup give this drink it's pretty magenta color, but it also adds a hint of sweetness and refreshing flavor.
Get Ree's Prickly Pear Margarita recipe.
Mango Margarita
Ree loves this margarita for two reasons: "It's very, very flavorful and very, very, very, very, very, very easy to whip up." Not to mention she swaps the salted rim for a lime-spiked sugar rim that's so delicious.
Get Ree's Mango Margarita recipe.
Blackberry Margarita
Ree made these fruity berry margaritas for Cinco de Mayo, but you can make them any time of year. The frozen drink would be especially delicious at a backyard cookout.
Get Ree's Blackberry Margarita recipe.
Bloody Margarita
This cross between a Bloody Mary and a margarita makes brunch-time even better. It has all the smoky, spicy, tomato flavor you love, but it's made with tequila and citrus juice, too!
Margarita Mocktail
This non-alcoholic drink is all about the citrus! It has fresh squeezed lime juice, grapefruit juice, orange juice, and lime sparkling water so there's plenty of bright and tangy flavor.
Spicy Pineapple Margarita
There's a ton of sweet and spicy flavor in these tropical margaritas. If you're not a fan of spice, just leave the habanero out!
Grapefruit Margarita
Make a big batch margarita for your next gathering or party. It's easy with the pitcher recipe that serves 12 to 14. Just be sure to add the ice right before serving.
Get the Grapefruit Margarita recipe at Britney Breaks Bread.
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