Sweet, tangy, and the ultimate sip of summer—this Strawberry Margarita is the perfect drink for a hot day, backyard party, or Taco Tuesday at home. Made with fresh strawberries, lime juice, silver tequila, and just the right balance of sweetness, it’s a fruity twist on the classic margarita that never goes out of style.
Whether you enjoy Appetizers Food it frozen or on the rocks, this vibrant cocktail is a refreshing favorite. Don’t forget the sugar (or salt) rim and a juicy lime wedge to finish it off.
🍹Serve it with nachos, grilled shrimp, chicken enchiladas, or traditional Tex-Mex tacos!
🧾 Ingredients & Tools You’ll Need
The entire printable recipe card can be viewed by scrolling to the bottom.
You’ll also find detailed instructions, make-ahead tips, and flavor-packed variations.
Ingredients (For 1 Glass):
- 1½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries (hulled)
- 2 oz silver tequila (or reposado for a deeper flavor)
- 1 oz triple sec (or any orange liqueur)
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tbsp agave syrup or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- A handful of ice cubes (for on the rocks) or one cup of frozen ice
- Optional: salt or sugar, for rimming the glass
- Garnish: lime wedge, strawberry, or mint sprig
Tools:
- Blender (for frozen margaritas)
- Cocktail shaker (for margaritas on the rocks)
- Citrus juicer
- Measuring jigger or shot glass
- Knife and cutting board
- Small plate (for rimming the glass)
- Margarita glasses or short cocktail tumblers
👨🍳 How to Make a Strawberry Margarita
Step 1: Prepare Your Glass
Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass. Dip it into coarse salt or sugar on a small plate, depending on your taste preference. Set aside.
Step 2: Blend or Shake
For a Frozen Margarita:
Add strawberries, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, agave or simple syrup, and ice into a blender. Blend until smooth and slushy.
For a Margarita On the Rocks:
Muddle strawberries in a cocktail shaker. Pour in the tequila, triple sec, syrup, lime juice, and ice. Shake well until chilled.
Step 3: Serve & Garnish
Pour the drink into your prepared glass. Add a slice of strawberry, lime, or fresh mint as a garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy the fruity refreshment!
🥶 Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
❄️ Make-Ahead Frozen Margaritas:
Blend and freeze the mixture in an airtight container for up to 1 week. To get the slushy texture back, stir or reblend before serving.
🍓 Use frozen berries:
Frozen strawberries not only make it easier, but they intensify the flavor and chill the drink without watering it down.
🍹 Hosting a party?
Multiply the ingredients by 4 or 6 and blend a full pitcher of strawberry margaritas in advance. Store in the freezer until ready to serve.
🔥 Pro Tips for Perfect Strawberry Margaritas
- It is best to use freshly squeezed lime juice for maximum flavor.
- Taste and adjust sweetness depending on how ripe your strawberries are.
- Don’t over-blend—it’s a margarita, not a smoothie. You want a thick, icy texture.
- Chill your margarita glasses ahead of time for a frosty experience.
🧪 Recipe Variations & Flavor Boosts
🍊 Blood Orange Margarita:
Swap half the lime juice with blood orange juice for a citrusy pop of color and taste.
🌶️ Spicy Strawberry Margarita:
Add a slice of jalapeño or a few dashes of hot sauce into the blender for a spicy kick.
🍍 Strawberry Pineapple Twist:
Blend in ¼ cup fresh pineapple or pineapple juice for a tropical twist on the classic margarita.
🍓 Strawberry Syrup Boost:
Add a tablespoon of homemade strawberry syrup for even deeper berry flavor and a bright red color.
📌 Printable Recipe
Strawberry Margarita
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 5–10 minutes | Serves: 1
Calories: ~220 kcal
Ingredients:
- 1½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 tbsp agave syrup (or simple syrup)
- 1 cup ice (or ice cubes)
Instructions:
- Rim your glass with lime and dip into salt or sugar.
- Blend (or shake) strawberries, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, syrup, and ice until smooth.
- Pour into your glass, garnish, and enjoy cold!
