Top 5 Frozen Margarita Recipes
Based on years of extensive research, we’ve determined that there’s a direct correlation between a rise in temperature and the number of frozen concoctions being made. And when it comes to summer cocktails, few are as perfect for poolside lounging or patio happy hours as the frozen margarita. With its icy blend of tequila, lime juice, and triple sec, the classic rita is both tangy and sweet, providing a satisfying thirst-quenching experience that’s hard to beat.
It’s basically Summer’s love language, and we’re here to get you fluent!
Who invented the frozen margarita and where is it from?
The exact origin of the frozen margarita is unknown, but it is widely believed to have been created in the 1930s or 1940s in Mexico or Texas. There are a few different stories about who first made the frozen margarita, but most credit a gentleman named Mariano Martinez, who created the first frozen margarita machine in the 1970s at his restaurant in Dallas, Texas.
How many calories are in a margarita?
The number of calories in a margarita can vary depending on the recipe and ingredients used. On average, a standard 4-ounce margarita contains around 168 calories. However, larger servings or those made with added sugar or sweetened mixes can have significantly more calories.
What kind of tequila is best for a frozen margarita?
When it comes to choosing a tequila for a frozen margarita, it’s best to go for a 100% agave tequila, which will have a more authentic taste and smoother finish. Blanco or silver tequila is a popular choice for margaritas as it has a more distinct agave flavor and works well with citrus and other mixers.
How do you make a frozen margarita?
To make a frozen margarita, you only need a few simple ingredients and a blender! Gather 2 oz tequila, 1 oz triple sec, 1 oz lime juice, 1 oz simple syrup, and 1 cup of ice. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. You can adjust the sweetness and tartness to your liking by adding more or less simple syrup or lime juice. Serve in a salt-rimmed glass and garnish with a lime wedge.
The frozen margarita is the chameleon of cocktails due to its ability to add a variety of flavors to this basic recipe and craft yourself a truly delicious personalized cocktail! Check out some of our favorites below!
Our Top 5 Frozen Margarita Recipes
Classic Frozen Margarita
A pairing doesn’t get more perfect than hot weather and a classic frozen margarita! Sweet, tart, boozy, and slushy with a salty rim!
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 limes, peeled
- 1 oz Cointreau
- ½ oz agave syrup
- ½ lime, cut into wedges or slices
- kosher salt
- 5 cups ice
Directions
- Rub a wedge of lime around the rim of the glass and the dip the outside of the rim of the glass in kosher salt.
- Put the peeled limes into the blender and pour in tequila, Cointreau, and agave syrup.
- Top with 3 cups of ice cubes and blend until smooth and slushy. Add more agave to taste and blend again.
- Pour into the salt-rimmed glass and enjoy!
Frozen Pineapple Jalapeno Margarita
Beat the heat with some sweet heat with this tropical tidal wave of refreshment topped with a spiced rim for that little extra kick!
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple frozen
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 ½ oz lime juice
- 1 oz agave syrup
- 1 1-inch piece jalapeno plus more for garnish
- Tajin spice to rim glass
Directions
- Rub lime wedge around rim of cocktail glass. Spread tajin on a plate and rub rim in seasoning.
- To a blender add pineapple, tequila, lime juice, agave and jalapeno. Blend until smooth and pour into prepared cocktail glass. Serve immediately.
Frozen Thyme & Pear Margarita
Brimming with fresh garden flavors this marg is one that will surprise you with how absolutely delicious it is! The urge to call it a magardenrita is strong!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups ice
- 4 oz blanco tequila
- 2 oz Cointreau
- 2 oz simple syrup
- 6 medium sprigs of thyme leaves, cleaned (plus 2 sprigs for garnish)
- 1 oz of Lime Juice from approximately 1 fresh lime
- sugar for rimming
- 1 pear, cored and sliced
Directions
- Add ice, tequila, Cointreau, simple syrup, lime juice, and thyme leaves to the blender
- Moisten margarita glasses with spent lime and rim with sugar
- Blend ingredients and add pear intermittently to blend into the margarita
- Once completely blended, pour into margarita glasses, garnish, and serve
Frozen Coconut Margarita
Creamy cups of coconut sunshine balanced with bright citrus notes! If you hold it to your ear you can hear the ocean…and it’s wants a sip.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. Coconut Syrup
- 4 tbsp. Agave Nectar
- 1/3 cup Blanco Tequila
- 1/4 cup Triple Sec
- 6 cups ice
- Lime juice and coarse salt for rimming the glass
- Toasted Coconut for topping
Directions
- In a large blender add lime juice, lemon juice, coconut flavoring, agave nectar, tequila, and triple sec.
- Blend ingredients approximately 1 minute or until completely blended and no ice chunks.
- Dip rim of margarita glass into lime juice and then into salt.
- Pour frozen coconut margarita mix into the prepared margarita glasses.
- Sip and enjoy!
Frozen “Any Fruit” Margarita
This slapdash sipper can be made with whatever frozen fruit you have handy. It’s time to let your inner mad scientist out to play with the blender!
Ingredients
- ½ cup frozen fruit of your choice OR ¾ oz fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup simple syrup
- 3 oz tequila
- 1 oz orange liqueur
- 1 cup ice
- lime wedges
- coarse sugar or salt
Directions
- Add the frozen fruit of choice, or fresh lime juice, simple syrup, tequila, orange liqueur and ice to a blender (start with less ice than you think, too much ice will make the drink too thick). Blend for about 1 minute until completely mixed and no large chunks remain.
- Taste and add more ice or sweetener as needed.
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of the glasses. Dip into sugar or salt.
- Pour margarita into glass, serve and enjoy!
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