Strawberry Margarita

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Whip up the best Strawberry Margarita with this easy and refreshing recipe using fresh strawberries, lime juice, tequila, and triple sec. Serve it frozen or shaken — the ultimate fruity cocktail for summer parties, Taco Tuesday, or Cinco de Mayo.

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Yields1 Serving
Prep Time5 minsTotal Time5 mins
For Shaken Version
 2 oz blanco tequila
 ¾ oz triple sec or Cointreau
 1 oz fresh lime juice
 ¾ oz simple syrup or agave syrup
 3 fresh strawberries, hulled
 Ice
 Optional: Salt or sugar for the rim
 Garnish: Strawberry, lime wheel, or mint sprig
For Frozen Version
 2 oz blanco tequila
 ¾ oz triple sec
 1 oz lime juice
 ½ oz simple syrup (or more to taste)
 1 cup frozen strawberries
 ½ cup ice
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Shaken Version:

  1. Optional: Rim a rocks or coupe glass with lime juice, then dip in salt or sugar.

  2. In a shaker, muddle the strawberries with lime juice and syrup.

  3. Add tequila, triple sec, and ice.

  4. Shake for 15 seconds, then double strain into a chilled glass.

  5. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or lime wheel.

Frozen Version:

  1. Blend tequila, triple sec, lime juice, frozen strawberries, simple syrup, and ice until smooth.

  2. Pour into a salt-rimmed margarita or hurricane glass.

  3. Garnish with strawberry or mint.

Pairing Suggestions
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  • Chicken or fish tacos with mango salsa

  • Quesadillas or nachos with guacamole

  • Strawberry-spinach salad

  • Churros or vanilla bean ice cream

  • Grilled shrimp skewers

Its fruity, citrusy profile complements creamy, spicy, or cheesy dishes beautifully.

Tips & Notes
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  • Fresh, ripe strawberries make all the difference in flavor and color.

  • Use frozen berries for texture and coldness in the blended version.

  • Adjust sweetness depending on how tart your berries are.

  • Want a smoky twist? Use mezcal instead of tequila.

  • Add a few basil leaves or black pepper for a gourmet upgrade.

Side Info
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The Strawberry Margarita became wildly popular in the 1980s and '90s, when frozen cocktails took center stage. It's evolved into a modern classic, bridging the gap between traditional Mexican cocktail culture and fun, fruity innovation.

Ingredients

For Shaken Version
 2 oz blanco tequila
 ¾ oz triple sec or Cointreau
 1 oz fresh lime juice
 ¾ oz simple syrup or agave syrup
 3 fresh strawberries, hulled
 Ice
 Optional: Salt or sugar for the rim
 Garnish: Strawberry, lime wheel, or mint sprig
For Frozen Version
 2 oz blanco tequila
 ¾ oz triple sec
 1 oz lime juice
 ½ oz simple syrup (or more to taste)
 1 cup frozen strawberries
 ½ cup ice
Strawberry Margarita