What’s in this Blood Orange Cocktail?
We’re raising a toast fresh blood oranges, fresh lime juice, and your best tequila this weekend (or any day that ends with Y)! These simple ingredients transform into turn into delicious margaritas worthy of an Instagram post.
Salt + Lime Wedges: The salt rim is one of the most iconic parts of a margarita. For bold flavor and texture, try coarse sea salt instead of regular table salt. Tequila: We’re using gold tequila here for its rich flavor. Fresh Lime Juice: Get ready to squeeze! Fresh Blood Orange Juice: Vitamin C is on the menu tonight! Simple Syrup: Homemade or store-bought, this is your party. Sparkling Water: All drinks should sparkle.
Pro Tip: No juicing tool? Cut the fresh limes and fresh blood oranges in half, and squeeze over your clean hands to catch seeds before they fall into your drink!
Switch up your Blood Orange Margarita
While this recipe gives the right amount of sweetness and tart citrus flavor we all know and love, there are endless ways to transform this delicious cocktail into something more. Need a little spice? To make a blood orange margarita spicy, muddle a few jalapeño slices in the bottom of your salted rocks glass before adding the ice. You could also add a bit of chili lime seasoning to your salt rim for extra kick! Want to pucker up a little? A dash of tart cranberry juice in your cocktail shaker will give each sip a little punch.
How to Store
To store a blood orange margarita for later, combine the tequila, lime juice, blood orange juice, and simple syrup in a glass and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to enjoy your margarita, add this mixture to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, shake it up, then add the seltzer.
Serving Suggestions
This great recipe is just the starting point for your next girls’ night, parents’ night, or taco night! I recommend pairing it with your favorite tortilla chips and my White Queso Recipe and Birria Tacos—the smooth citrus will balance out the spicy, rich flavors of these dishes. Fill a large pitcher with this great cocktail and set it out alongside Mini Fried Taco Pizza Pockets for a game-day feast. For an afternoon pick-me-up, you can pair this with the sweet, smoky flavors of a Grilled Peach Salad.
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