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    Home » Blog » Beverages » Best Raspberry Margarita

    Best Raspberry Margarita

    Published: Feb 10, 2023 · Modified: Feb 22, 2023 by Aimee Mars · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Raspberry margarita with title overlay.

    Made with real fruit, this Raspberry Margarita has a tangy berry flavor. Serve it on the rocks or frozen for one fruity cocktail that’s fun and festive all year long.

    Raspberry margarita with a salted rim and mint leaves.

    This raspberry margarita is smooth with the familiar tangy taste of a classic margarita. It can be served on the rocks, frozen, or in a pitcher. It takes only minutes to make and is a great cocktail to enjoy all year long.

    Ever wondered what the difference is between a daiquiri vs margarita? If you love this margarita then you’ll also love this Raspberry Daiquiri, which is similar, but they do have some slight differences with the base alcohol being the main one.

    Ingredients

    There are many margarita flavors and the classic Margarita on the Rocks will always be one of the most popular cocktails to make, but there’s something about adding fruit to one that just works. Perhaps it’s the berry flavor that’s bursting in this version but it makes for a smooth and tangy taste with a sweet finish.

    Ingredients in a raspberry margarita.
    • Tequila – opt for a tequila blanco rather than a reposado, which has a strong aged flavor to it.
    • Triple Sec (Orange Liqueur) – I prefer to use Cointreau in all the margaritas I make, however, use the brand you prefer.
    • Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice – there’s nothing better than fresh-squeezed lime juice in a margarita and this fruity margarita is no different. Since this recipe calls for fresh raspberries then I suggest also using freshly squeezed lime juice.
    • Raspberry Syrup (or Simple Syrup) – The raspberry syrup adds so much flavor to this margarita, but if you don’t feel like making any or have any on hand then use simple syrup or even agave to add a hint of sweetness.
    • Raspberries – since the raspberries are the stars of the cocktail you’ll want to use fresh raspberries, but if they’re out of season or you only have frozen ones those will work too. Using frozen raspberries will make this drink similar to a frozen margarita.

    How to Make a Raspberry Margarita

    Process steps 1 and 2 for making a raspberry margarita.
    1. Coat the glass rim. Run a lime wedge around the edge of the glass to coat it in lime juice. This will help adhere the salt to the rim.
    2. Salt the rim. Pour some coarse salt into a shallow and flat dish and dip the coated edges of the glass in the salt making sure to coat the entire rim.
    Process step 3 for making a raspberry margarita.
    1. Blend. Add all of the ingredients with a ½ cup of ice to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour directly into the prepared glass or serve it over ice.

    Variations

    • Add some spice – add some fresh jalapeno to the blender before blending all the ingredients for a spicy kick. Be sure to add a few rings of fresh jalapeno to garnish the glass as well.
    • Blend in more berries – you can change up the raspberries to blueberries, or you can make it into a mixed-berry margarita.
    • Coat the rim in sugar – instead of salting the rim of your raspberry margarita use coarse sugar. If making it for the holiday use colored sugar crystals.
    Raspberry margarita with a salted rim and mint leaves for garnish.

    Recipe Notes and Tips

    • For a smoother texture – muddle the raspberries in a cocktail strainer and then add all the ingredients. Shake with ice and strain into your prepared glass.
    • Make it into a pitcher – multiply the ingredient amount by 4 or slide the serving size on the recipe card up to your desired amount for a full pitcher.
    • Turn it into a frozen margarita – use frozen raspberries and increase the amount of ice to 1 ½ cups.

    FAQS

    What’s the best tequila for a raspberry margarita?

    You can use any version of tequila you like, however, a smooth option such as tequila blanco will work best with the raspberry flavor.

    Can I use frozen raspberries in a raspberry margarita?

    You can use either frozen raspberries or fresh ones to make a raspberry margarita. Using the frozen ones will make for a frostier cocktail similar to a frozen margarita.

    Serving Suggestions

    This margarita is festive and fun to serve at events, especially holidays. Some options to try are:

    • Valentine’s Day
    • Fourth of July
    • Christmas
    • Birthdays
    • Book Club
    • Summer barbecues
    • Cinco de Mayo

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    Raspberry margarita with a salted rim and mint leaf for garnish.

    Raspberry Margarita Recipe

    Made with real fruit, this Raspberry Margarita has a tangy berry flavor. Serve it on the rocks or frozen for one fruity cocktail that's fun and festive all year long.
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1 Servings
    Calories: 307kcal
    Author: Aimee Mars

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1½ ounces Tequila
    • 1 ounce Orange Liqueur such as Triple Sec or Cointreau
    • 2 ounces Lime Juice
    • 1 ounce Raspberry Syrup or Simple Syrup or Agave
    • ½ cup Raspberries
    • ½ cup Ice Cubes

    Instructions

    • Coat the glass rim. Run a lime wedge around the edge of the glass to coat it in lime juice. This will help adhere the salt to the rim.
    • Salt the rim. Pour some coarse salt into a shallow and flat dish and dip the coated edges of the glass in the salt making sure to coat the entire rim.
    • Blend. Add all of the ingredients with a ½ cup of ice to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour directly into the prepared glass or serve it over ice.

    Notes

    • For a smoother texture – muddle the raspberries in a cocktail strainer and then add all the ingredients. Shake with ice and strain into your prepared glass.
    • Make it into a pitcher – multiply the ingredient amount by 4 or slide the serving size on the recipe card up to your desired amount for a full pitcher.
    • Turn it into a frozen margarita – use frozen raspberries and increase the amount of ice to 1 ½ cups.
     

    Variations

    • Add some spice – add some fresh jalapeno to the blender before blending all the ingredients for a spicy kick. Be sure to add a few rings of fresh jalapeno to garnish the glass as well.
    • Blend in more berries – you can change up the raspberries to blueberries, or you can make it into a mixed-berry margarita.
    • Coat the rim in sugar – instead of salting the rim of your raspberry margarita use coarse sugar. If making it for the holiday use colored sugar crystals.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
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