Pink Pomegranate Margarita

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Get the party started with a Pink Pomegranate Margarita! This pretty cocktail combines pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, tequila and agave. Garnish it with pomegranate seeds and a lime wedge.

two pink pomegranate margaritas garnished with slice on white table

Get out those glasses and salt the rims!! This naturally sweet and refreshing Pink Margarita is a favorite at summer gatherings, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, and happy hours everywhere! Like our Pink Señorita Cocktail and Pink Grapefruit Cocktail, this sweet and tart tastes just as pretty as it looks.

Serve it with: Chicken Street Tacos, Salmon Ceviche, Loaded Pulled Pork Nachos, Black Bean Quesadillas, and Fresh Pineapple Salsa.

Ingredients

TEQUILA: blanco (silver) tequila works best. We like Patron Tequila or Casamigos Tequila
TRIPLE SEC: (or any orange liqueur)
FRESH LIME JUICE: we prefer fresh squeezed lime juice
POMEGRANATE JUICE: we prefer fresh pomegranate juice for its light taste and color, but you can use bottled pomegranate juice (like POM)
AGAVE NECTAR: for natural sweetness, or use a splash of simple syrup
KOSHER SALT: for the salted rim
LIME ZEST: grate from the limes you are juicing for the rim
POMEGRANATE SEEDS: pomegranate arils make a pretty accent to this cocktail

*see recipe card for quantities.

pink margarita in glass, garnished with lime + pomegranate seeds

Instructions

Zest the Limes: Before juicing your limes, use a zester to remove just the outer green skin and set aside for garnish.
Mix the drink: In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave nectar. Fill shaker with ice. Place top on and shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
Mix the Salt and Lime Zest: Mix kosher salt and lime zest in a shallow dish big enough to dip the top of glass in.
Rim the Glass: Using a lime wedge, wet the rim of the glass and dip glass into salt and zest mixture.
Fill Glass with Ice.
Pour: Strain the margarita mixture over ice, add more lime zest and pomegranate seeds.
Garnish with lime wheel.

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Variations

Non-Alcoholic: replace tequila with non-alcoholic distilled spirits, tonic, or flavored sparkling water. Adjust grapefruit juice to taste.
Spicy: use jalapeño-infused tequila or add fresh jalapeño slices as garnish.
Tropical: add a splash of coconut water or pineapple juice.
Salt and Sugar Rim: substitute sugar for lime zest for a sweet and salty rim.

🍹 More Tequila Cocktails

Pink Seńorita: Not quite a margarita, this pink drink is a refreshing tequila cocktail that packs a sweet and sour punch.
Blueberry Basil Margarita: this fruity blueberry margarita is topped off with a splash of tangerine juice and a lime slice.
Iceberg Margarita: Upgrade a classic margarita by blending with with beer. It's so refreshing!
Blood Orange Margarita: Like little sips of sunshine, these cocktails combine blood orange juice, tequila and orange liqueur for a sweet & colorful drink.

pink pomegranate margaritas, garnished with lime slices + pomegranate seeds on white table

FAQ

What is a pomegranate margarita?

A pomegranate margarita is a refreshing cocktail that combines the tart and sweet flavors of pomegranate juice with traditional margarita ingredients like tequila, lime juice, and triple sec or Cointreau. It's a vibrant and delicious twist on the classic margarita.

What type of tequila is best for pomegranate margaritas?

A good quality blanco (silver) tequila is best for pomegranate margaritas. Blanco tequila has a clean, crisp flavor that pairs well with the tartness of the pomegranate juice. We like Patron Tequila or Casamigos Tequila.

How do you get the PERFECT PINK color?

Use fresh pomegranate juice instead of bottled (it's not as dark!). Simply cut a pomegranate in half and use a juicer or squeeze the juice out by hand, straining out the seeds.

How do you get the most amount of juice from a lime?

Roll the lime on a hard surface before juicing. It brings the juice to the surface!

Can I use sugar instead of agave nectar?

Absolutely! simple syrup, honey, or stevia works for this recipe. Adjust the amount to suit your taste.

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Pomegranate Margarita recipe

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Get the party started with a Pink Pomegranate Margarita! This pretty cocktail combines pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, tequila and agave.

Total Time: 5 mins
Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Ingredients

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2 oz of your favorite tequila
1 oz triple sec or any orange liquor
1 ½ oz fresh squeezed lime juice
1 ½ oz fresh pomegranate juice
1 tsp agave nectar
¼ C kosher salt
1 tbsp lime zest
1 tbsp pomegranate seeds

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Instructions

Before juicing your limes, use a zester to remove just the outer green skin and set aside (to get the most juice from the limes, roll them on a hard surface before juicing).
In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, orange liquor, lime juice, and agave nectar. Fill shaker with ice and place top on and shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
Mix kosher salt and lime zest in a shallow dish big enough to dip the top of glass in.
Using a lime wedge, wet the rim of the glass and dip glass into salt and zest mixture.
Fill glass with ice and strain the margarita over ice, add more lime zest and pomegranate seeds.
Garnish with lime wheel and enjoy.