Best Margarita Ever Recipe

Elevate your margarita game with this surprisingly complex recipe! Forget those sugary mixes – this cocktail uses fresh ingredients and a unique twist of beer (don't worry, just a third of a bottle!) for an unbelievably light and refreshing taste. This isn't your grandma's margarita; it's a sophisticated upgrade that's easy to make at home. Customizable to your preference, you can even swap the lemonade for limeade if you prefer a more tart flavor. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 213.8 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 1.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Margarita Ever

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How to Make Best Margarita Ever

  1. In a blender, combine 2 oz Tequila Blanco, 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice, ¾ oz Cointreau or other Orange Liqueur, ⅓ bottle (approx 4 oz) Light Mexican Lager, 1 oz Lemonade Concentrate (or Limeade Concentrate), and ½ cup Ice.
  2. Blend until smooth and frosty. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
  3. Salt the rim of a margarita glass (optional).
  4. Pour the margarita into the prepared glass.
  5. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately on the rocks, straight up, or frozen (add more ice to achieve desired consistency).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

198g

Fat

0g

Carbs

17g