Description
A refreshing and vibrant margarita with a tropical twist, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz Tequila
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 oz Orange Liqueur (like Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 0.5 oz Grenadine
- 0.5 oz Simple Syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- Ice
- Salt (for rimming the glass)
- Orange slice or lime wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rim a margarita glass with salt.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup (if using).
- Add ice to the shaker and shake well until chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
- Slowly pour the grenadine over the back of a spoon into the glass to create a layered effect.
- Garnish with an orange slice or lime wedge.
Notes
- For a sweeter margarita, increase the simple syrup.
- Adjust the lime juice for more or less tartness.
- Experiment with different types of tequila for varying flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 kcal (varies with ingredients)
- Sugar: Approx. 15-20g (varies with ingredients)
- Sodium: Varies with salt rim
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20-25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Margarita, Cocktail, Tequila, Lime, Orange Liqueur, Tropical, Party, Drink