8 Refreshing Margarita Recipes to Try This Summer

As the temperature rises and summer days stretch long into the evening, nothing quite compares to the refreshing taste of a margarita. This beloved cocktail has become a quintessential summer beverage, enjoyed at beach parties, backyard barbecues, and festive gatherings alike. Its combination of sharp lime juice, rich tequila, and sweet orange liqueur creates a tantalizing experience that is both invigorating and satisfying.

8 Refreshing Margarita Recipes to Try This Summer

Beat the heat this summer with a variety of delicious margarita recipes! From the classic lime margarita to tropical twists like the Watermelon Basil and Mango Tango varieties, there’s something to please every palate. Perfect for parties, BBQs, or a relaxing evening at home, these refreshing cocktails bring the taste of summer to your glass. Get ready to mix, sip, and enjoy! #Margaritas #SummerCocktails #DrinkRecipes #TropicalDrinks #CocktailHour #Cheers

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Ingredients

2 oz silver tequila

1 oz coconut cream

2 oz pineapple juice

1 oz lime juice

Salt for rimming

Pineapple slices for garnish

2 oz tequila

1 oz lime juice

1 oz agave syrup

2 slices of fresh jalapeño (adjust to taste)

Ice

Lime wedge and jalapeño slice for garnish

2 oz tequila

1 oz lime juice

1 oz simple syrup

1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

Ice

Berries for garnish

2 cups fresh watermelon, cubed

2 oz tequila

1 oz lime juice

1 oz agave syrup

Fresh basil leaves

Ice

2 oz tequila

1 oz lime juice

1 oz mango puree

1 oz triple sec

Tajín for rimming

Diced mango for garnish

2 oz tequila

1 oz lime juice

1 oz simple syrup

1/2 cucumber, sliced

Fresh mint leaves

Ice

2 oz tequila

1 oz lime juice

1 oz hibiscus syrup (prepared with dried hibiscus flowers)

Ice

Lime wheel for garnish

2 oz tequila

1 oz lime juice

1 oz orange liqueur (like Cointreau)

Salt for rimming

Lime wedge for garnish

Instructions

Begin by rimming your glass with lime juice and dipping it in salt.

In a shaker, combine tequila, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and lime juice with ice.

Shake well until chilled.

Strain into the prepared glass filled with ice.

Garnish with a slice of pineapple.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 minutes | 10 minutes | 1 serving

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Spicy Jalapeño Margarita 🌶️🍹

Muddle the jalapeño slices in a shaker.

Add tequila, lime juice, and agave syrup along with ice.

Shake until mixed and chilled.

Strain into an ice-filled glass.

Garnish with a lime wedge and a slice of jalapeño.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 5 minutes | 5 minutes | 1 serving

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Berry Bliss Margarita 🍓🍇

In a blender, puree the mixed berries until smooth.

Strain the berry puree to remove seeds, if desired.

In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice.

Add in the berry puree and shake well.

Strain into a frost-glass filled with ice and garnish with fresh berries.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 15 minutes | 1 serving

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Watermelon Basil Margarita 🍉🌿

Blend watermelon cubes until smooth and strain to get watermelon juice.

In a shaker, muddle a few basil leaves.

Add tequila, lime juice, agave syrup, and watermelon juice, along with ice.

Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice.

Garnish with a basil leaf.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 minutes | 10 minutes | 1 serving

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Mango Tango Margarita 🥭💃

Rim the glass with lime juice and dip in Tajín.

In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, mango puree, and triple sec with ice.

Shake until chilled and mix.

Strain into the prepared glass filled with ice.

Garnish with diced mango.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 minutes | 10 minutes | 1 serving

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Cucumber Mint Margarita 🍹🥒

Muddle cucumber slices and mint leaves in a shaker.

Add tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice, then shake well.

Strain into a glass filled with ice.

Garnish with cucumber slices and mint leaves.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 10 minutes | 10 minutes | 1 serving

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Hibiscus Margarita 🌺🍹

In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, hibiscus syrup, and ice.

Shake vigorously until chilled.

Strain into a glass filled with ice.

Garnish with a lime wheel.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 5 minutes | 5 minutes | 1 serving

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Classic Margarita with a Twist 🍋✨

Rim the glass with lime juice and dip in salt.

In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur with ice.

Shake until well chilled.

Strain into the prepared glass with or without ice.

Garnish with a lime wedge.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 5 minutes | 5 minutes | 1 serving

Enjoy experimenting with these refreshing margaritas as you cool off this summer!