Fresh Strawberry Margaritas are an easy-to-make, refreshing cocktail perfect for serving on any occasion, from game night with friends to July Fourth! This fruity, fresh drink has only five simple ingredients and tastes like summer!
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The best strawberry margaritas always have a little something extra—and for me, it’s making my own strawberry juice. I don’t use store-bought mixers, just fresh berries blended up right in my kitchen. I started making these a few summers ago when I had an extra pint of strawberries on the counter, and they’ve been on repeat ever since. The recipe is easy, super refreshing, and something I love to make when friends are over… or just to sip on the porch at the end of the day.
How To Make Fresh Strawberry Juice
Making strawberry juice is incredibly easy; you only need three ingredients and a blender. Place the washed, capped, sliced strawberries, sugar, and lime juice in a blender. Blend until smooth and the strawberries are puréed.
Ingredients For The Best Strawberry Margaritas
- Fresh or ripe Strawberries
- Sugar – you can substitute agave nectar, honey, or simple syrup.
- Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
- Tequila – Tequila blanco and reposado are good choices for this drink.
- Cointreau – you can substitute triple sec or, orange liqueur like Grand Marnier.
- Strawberries and lime wedges are used for garnish.
What Is The 3-2-1 Rule With Margaritas?
The 321 rule for margaritas refers to the ratio of ingredients: 3 parts tequila, 2 parts citrus (usually lime juice), and 1 part orange liqueur (like Triple Sec). This simple formula helps create a balanced and classic margarita.
How To Make The Best Strawberry Margaritas
- Make the juice – Combine fresh strawberries, a little sugar, and lime juice in a blender until smooth. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove the seeds. Set the juice aside.
- Chill the glasses – Pop your margarita glasses in the freezer for about 15 minutes so they’re nice and frosty.
- Salt the rims – Rub the edge of each glass with a lime wedge, then dip in sea salt.
- Shake it up – Combine tequila, strawberry juice, and Cointreau in a cocktail shaker.
- Pour and garnish – Add ice to the glasses, then pour in the margarita mix. Garnish with a strawberry or lime slice.
Can A Strawberry Margarita Be Made Without Alcohol?
Absolutely! You can enjoy all the fruity flavor by turning it into a “mocktail.” Just blend strawberries with sugar and lime juice, then strain. Pour over ice, top with sparkling water or soda water, and garnish with a slice of lime or fresh berry. It’s refreshing, fun, and perfect for everyone at the table!
How To Prep With Salt Or Sugar
Rimming the glasses is a fun and fancy way to serve a classic margarita recipe. Here’s how I do it:
- Place the glasses in the fridge or freezer for 15 minutes to chill.
- Rub a lime wedge along the rim of the glasses and dip it into a small plate of kosher salt. Mix salt and sugar on the plate before dipping the glass for an extra flavor boost.
What To Serve With Cool Strawberry Margaritas
Fresh strawberry margaritas are the epitome of summer indulgence. They are perfect for sipping on lazy weekends and great when you’re entertaining. I like to serve them with:
Frequently Asked Questions With Answers
Yes, you can. Using frozen strawberries in the recipe will give your margaritas a slightly different texture and flavor compared to using fresh berries. The frozen berries will add a frosty and slushy consistency to the margaritas.
Yes, just about any other fruit will work in this recipe. Raspberries, blackberries, or even a combination of berries can be used to create delicious variations of margaritas. Peaches and watermelon are also great to use.
Traditionally, margaritas are served with a salted rim. Salt gives a nice contrast to the sweet, fresh fruit flavor of the drink. That being said, I have heard of folks using a sugar-rimmed glass instead.
It’s best to enjoy this drink right after you make it, but If you need to store it, refrigerate the margarita mixture in a covered container for up to 24 hours and stir before serving.
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Ingredients
Strawberry Juice
- 2 cups capped and sliced strawberries.
- 4 Tablespoons sugar – more or less depending on sweetness of strawberries.
- 3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice.
Margaritas
- 1 cup strawberry juice
- 1 cup Tequila
- ⅓ cup Cointreau
- ⅓ cup fresh lime juice
Instructions
Strawberry Juice
- Place strawberries, sugar and lime juice in a blender and purée
- Drain in a sieve or mesh colander to remove any seeds and save the juice
Margaritas
- Place glasses in the freezer to chill for 15 minutes.
- Once chilled, rim glass with lime and dip into sea salt.
- Mix strawberry juice, tequila, and Cointreau in a shaker.
- Pour margaritas over ice, garnish with a strawberry or lime slice and serve.
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Notes
- Blend strawberries with sugar and lime juice until smooth.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Fill a glass with ice and pour in the strawberry juice until about ¾ full.
- Top with sparkling water or club soda.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries or a lime wedge, and serve!
Swap in frozen strawberries for fresh to create a thicker, slushier margarita. No need to add ice—just blend the frozen berries with the other ingredients until smooth and serve right away!
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This post was originally published in May, 2012, and updates in May, 2023.
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