Blood Orange Margarita

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Craft the perfect colorful cocktail effortlessly! Our 5-ingredient Blood Orange Margarita recipe is like a little sip of sunshine in a glass.

Orange Margaritas

Citrus Season is the best time to experiment with bold colored cocktails. It started with bubbly Blood Orange Cocktail, which is a tasty as it is stunning. Now we're all about the Blood Orange Margarita. Like our famous Pink Pomegranate Margarita, this drink is twist on a classic magarita. It's got sweet and tart citrus flavors, plus a bright and happy orange hue, perfect for girls' nights, date nights, or a Cinco de Mayo party.

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Blood Orange Margarita recipe

Ingredients

blood orange margaritas on white marble counter with sliced oranges

BLOOD ORANGES + BLOOD ORANGE JUICE: fresh squeezed blood orange juice + blood orange slices for garnish
FRESH LIME + LIME JUICE: fresh squeezed lime juice + fresh lime wedge to rim the glass
SIMPLE SYRUP: see simple syrup recipe below* or use store bought simple syrup
ORANGE LIQUEUR: we like Cointreau or Grand Marnier Orange Liqueur
TEQUILA: we like Patron Tequila or Casamigos Tequila
KOSHER SALT (optional): use coarse salt (like kosher salt or margarita salt) to salt rims

Instructions

Make Margarita Mix: using a large pitcher, combine blood orange juice, simple syrup, lime juice, orange liqueur and tequila. Mix.
Rim Glasses: when ready to serve, simply rim the edge of glass with lime wedge and dip into kosher salt. Add ice and margarita mix.
Garnish: garnish with orange slices and enjoy.

Variations

SPICY: rim the glass with Tajín (instead of salt) for a spicy sip.
SPARKLING: add a splash of club soda for a bubbly finish.
FRUITY: try different citrus flavors, like orange or grapefruit. Or try our Pink Señorita recipe.

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blood orange margaritas with salted rim on marble counter with sliced oranges

Serving suggestions

Okay, so you've got the Blood Orange Margarita recipe down and you're ready to host your Cinco de Mayo party. Here's what to serve:

FRESH PINEAPPLE SALSA with plenty of salty tortilla chips
BLACKENED FISH TACOS or FISH TOSTADAS make the perfect pairing for seafood lovers
PULLED PORK TACOS or SHORT RIB TACOS for meat eaters
SMOKY BLACKBEAN QUESADILLAS make a perfectly spicy vegetarian pairing that you can nibble on one piece at a time.
LOADED BBQ PORK NACHOS satisfy everyone with one simple, filling recipe that complements the flavors of our pink tequila cocktail.

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FAQ

How do you make simple syrup?

Simple syrup is mixture of sugar + water in equal quantities, cooked over low heat until sugar melts. So for the Blood Orange Margarita recipe, use ½ c sugar + ½ c water. This will make enough for a pitcher of margaritas, and it stores well in the fridge if you have leftovers.

What kind of blood orange juice is best for this recipe?

Store bought blood orange juice will do, but we prefer freshly squeezed blood orange juice for optimum flavor.

Can I use regular oranges instead of blood oranges for this margarita?

While blood oranges impart a unique flavor, you can substitute regular oranges. This will give the margaritas a slightly different taste.

What is the best Orange Liqueur for margaritas?

We recommend COINTREAU, GRAND MARNIER, or DRY CURAÇAO to amp up the orange flavors in this cocktail.

Can I prepare Blood Orange Margaritas ahead of time for a party?

Yes, prepare the margarita mix ahead of time and refrigerate. When you are ready to serve, rim the glass, fill it with ice, and add the orange margarita mix.

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