Tempting Margarita Cocktails To Spice Up Your Cocktail Parties
Tired of the same old cocktails? How about spice up something new and impress your guests with delicious and refreshing drinks? Well, you are in luck because of margaritas to the rescue! We have compiled an exciting list of tempting margarita cocktail recipes that will surely elevate your gatherings. These twists on the classic will have the taste buds singing in joy! Classic to spicy to frozen, we have got something for everyone. Who knows you may discover your next favourite margarita!
Margarita Recipes For Cocktail Parties
1. Classic Margarita Cocktail Recipe
Classics can never go out of style. It’s fairly simple to mix and anybody can easily craft this at home. Whether it’s a last-minute cocktail party or a casual get-together, the classic margarita cocktail will surely be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of tequila, triple sec, citrus and sweet excites the senses with its energetic blend. Here’s the tequila cocktail recipe for you to try at home:
Ingredients
- Don Julio Tequila - 60ml
- Cointreau/Triple Sec - 15ml
- Lime Juice - 30ml
- Agave Syrup - 15ml
- Lime Wheel - 1
- Salt
- Ice
Method
- Rub a lime wedge over the rim of a margarita glass and then dip it into salt to coat.
- Grab a cocktail shaker and fill it with ice.
- Measure and pour Don Julio tequila, Cointreau, freshly squeezed lime juice and agave syrup into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously to combine the ingredients.
- Using a cocktail strainer, strain the mixture of the prepared margarita glass over the fresh ice.
- Garnish the drink with a lime wheel and serve.
2. Spicy Añejo Margarita Cocktail Recipe
Take a step away from the usual sweet and tart margarita and infuse it with the goodness of spice. The spicy añejo margarita cocktail is made with Don Julio Añejo Tequila, orange liqueur, citrus, and chilli with a hint of sweetness. This twist on the classic is darker, spicier and perfect to serve at your cocktail parties. Here’s the tequila cocktail recipe for you to try:
Ingredients
- Don Julio Añejo Tequila - 37.5ml
- Orange-flavoured Liqueur - 7.5ml
- Simple Syrup - 7.5ml
- Lime Juice - 15ml
- Chipotle Chili Powder - 1 tsp
- Lime Wedge - 1
- Ice
Method
- To begin, prepare your margarita glass or rocks. Wet the rim by rubbing it with a lime wedge and then dip it into a plate filled with salt or spice. Fill the glass with ice cubes and set it aside.
- Next, grab a cocktail shaker and fill it with ice.
- Measure and pour Don Julio Ańejo Tequila, orange-flavoured liqueur, freshly squeezed lime juice, simple syrup and chilli powder into the shaker.
- Shake the ingredients vigorously to combine.
- Using a cocktail strainer, strain the mixture from the shaker into the prepared rocks glass.
- Garnish the drink with a wedge of lime and serve.
3. Spicy Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita Cocktail Recipe
Do you like your cocktails bold and spicy? Then taking the fiery flavours up a notch, this cocktail recipe packs a punch that will leave your senses absolutely thrilled! Spicy jalapeño, refreshing cucumber and tequila come together in a tantalising blend you cannot miss. It’s spicy, crispy and invigorating all at once! Perfect to add a dose of excitement to your cocktail parties. Here’s the tequila cocktail recipe for you to try:
Ingredients
- Don Julio Blanco Tequila - 45ml
- Lime Juice - 22.5ml
- Simple Syrup - 7.5ml
- Jalapeño (sliced to coins) - 2-3
- Cucumber Slices - 1-2
- Cucumber Ribbon - 1
- Tajín
- Ice
Method
- To begin, prepare a rocks glass. Wet the rim of the glass using a lime wedge and then dip it into Tajín to coat. Fill it with ice and set it aside.
- Grab a cocktail shaker and add cucumber slices and jalapeño coins as per your preference.
- Measure and pour Don Julio Blanco Tequila, into the shaker.
- Using a muddler, gently muddle the ingredients to release their juice and essence.
- Next, add freshly squeezed lime juice and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously to combine.
- Using a cocktail strainer, double-strain the mixture into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish the drink with a cucumber ribbon and a slice of jalapeño.
4. Frozen Margarita Cocktail Recipe
How about adding some frosty twist to the classic? Whether it’s a cocktail party or simply a drink to indulge your senses, this frozen margarita will surely charm the taste buds. This delightful blend of flavours served in a slushy style will leave your guests craving for more. Here’s a tequila cocktail recipe for you to try:
Ingredients
- Don Julio Tequila - 60ml
- Cointreau/Triple Sec - 22.5ml
- Lime Juice - 30ml
- Lime Wheel - 1
- Ice
- Salt
Method
- Grab a Margarita glass and rub the rim with a lemon wedge. Now, dip the rim on the plate of salt and coat it evenly. Set the glass aside.
- In a blender, measure and pour Don Julio tequila, Cointreau, and freshly squeezed lime juice followed by a cup of ice.
- Blend the ingredients until it gets a smooth and frothy texture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared Margarita glass.
- Garnish with a wheel of lime and serve.
