The Best Margarita Recipes

Published: May 4, 2020 | Last Updated: April 3, 2024
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Margaritas make everything better, especially Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo and regular Tuesdays. These are the best margarita recipes to make the next time you’re craving one!

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Sugar or salt? Frozen or on the rocks?

Sour mix or fresh lime juice? Bottom shelf or top shelf? Classic or flavored?

These are all the ways we can customize margaritas. The results are endless!

That’s evident in this list of best margarita recipes I put together for you.

The margarita may not be the most popular drink in Mexico (that would be the paloma) but it is a stalwart element of any Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo celebration or girls’ night menu.

What’s amazing about a margarita is that there’s something for everyone. It’s an incredibly customizable cocktail.

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How to customize a margarita

Here are a few ways you can customize a margarita to make the best margarita ever:

Rim: Choose from the classic salt or sugar, or make it fancy with an infused salt or infused sugar. If you go the salt route, I like this cocktail salt.

Tequila: I always recommend choosing the best liquor you can afford, but a bottle in the mid-range will be a good choice. I prefer silver, reposado or añejo — here’s a guide to picking the right tequila for you. You can even opt for mezcal for a smokier flavor. You can even infuse your tequila (like this spicy jalapeño tequila

Triple sec: Triple sec is what provides the orange-flavored undertone. More top-shelf brands like Cointreau or Grand Marnier are sure to make your margarita taste more complex than regular triple sec.

Flavor: Lime is the classic option here — preferably with fresh lime juice but sour mix works too. You can also add in any number of flavors, through fruits and juices. Don’t miss the list below for some ideas!

Sweetener: I like to use agave nectar — tequila also comes from the agave plant, so it’s a natural match-up. But a plain or flavored simple syrup also works well in a margarita.

Garnish: A lime wedge is classic, but feel free to mix it up. Use a strawberry on a strawberry marg or a slice of pineapple on a pineapple version. A sprig of herbs works too!

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Mason Jar Margaritas

These Mason Jar margaritas can be made and stored ahead of time right in a mason jar! Make a big batch for a party.

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Two margarita glasses with limes and garnishes.

Classic Margarita

The Classic Margarita is a no-fuss go-to that always hits the spot—fresh, tangy, and ridiculously easy to make at home.

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A pink cocktail in a ridged glass, garnished with lime, mint, and a blackberry. The rim is sugared, with blackberries and mint scattered on a marble surface.

Blackberry Margarita

Juicy and a little fancy without the effort, the Blackberry Margarita is great when you want to feel like a cocktail pro with zero pressure.

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Frozen Margarita

Basically a boozy slushie—blend, pour, and pretend you’re on holiday with the Frozen Margarita. Ideal for summer days or if you want something extra refreshing.

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A glass with an orange cocktail garnished with a dried citrus slice and a salted rim, placed on a golden tray with halved passion fruits and a lime nearby.

Passion Fruit Margarita

Tart, tropical, and super refreshing! The Passion Fruit Margarita feels special but takes no extra skill to whip up.

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Two champagne margaritas sit on a gold tray along with lime wedges and a champagne cork.

Champagne Margarita

The Champagne Margarita is fizzy, fun, and perfect when you want a little sparkle with your tequila—easy enough for brunch or happy hour.

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Beerita

The Beerita is a beer margarita recipe that's perfect for sipping while watching the the big game or for just any night of the week. Tequila and beer makes a smooth, chilled-out combo.

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two glasses of margarita sangria next to a pitcher of the same

Margarita Sangria Recipe

Margarita Sangria combines all the refreshing flavor of your favorite tequila drink with your favorite fruity wine drink. This sangria uses white wine, tequila and citrus to bring you a margarita flavor that can easily serve a crowd.

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A glass of margarita with a salted rim and lime wedge garnish sits on a striped cloth, with another glass and lime halves in the background.

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Limeade Margarita

Limeade Margaritas are so easy to make! Just grab a can of limeade and you’re halfway there—minimal measuring, maximum flavor.

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Italian Margarita

The Italian Margarita (Amaretto) gives this one a sweet twist—it’s like a margarita with a fun little upgrade.

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A glass of iced cocktail garnished with a cucumber ribbon and lime slice, placed on a wooden coaster. Sliced cucumber, lime wedge, and a metal jigger are nearby.

Cucumber Margarita

Super crisp and refreshing, like spa water but with tequila, Cucumber Margarita is great for cooling off and showing off.

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a Strawberry Margarita in a glass with a gold stem.

Strawberry Margarita (On The Rocks)

No blender needed—just muddle, shake, and sip. This Strawberry Margarita on the rocks is sweet, simple, and totally beginner-friendly.

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Margarita Jello Shots

These Margarita Jello Shots are Tiny, boozy bites that are way easier than they look—perfect if you want to impress your guests with zero stress.

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Prickly Pear Margaritas

Bright pink and naturally sweet, the Prickly Pear Margarita is an easy way to mix things up without making it complicated.

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Two glasses of blue margarita with limes on a napkin.

Frozen Blue Margarita

It’s electric blue and frozen—what’s not to love with this Frozen Blue Margarita? Great for fun vibes and easy blending.

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A glass of orange cocktail with ice, a salted rim, and a lime slice garnish sits beside a halved orange and a copper shaker.

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Orange Margaritas

Isn't the orange color of this Orange Margarita just gorgeous? The fresh orange juice adds color and sweet flavor to the classic marg recipe.

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Two pineapple margarita cocktails with ice, garnished with pineapple slices and green leaves, presented on a light background with a pineapple and lime.

Pineapple Margarita

This Pineapple Margarita is sweet, tangy, and tropical—it’s like sunshine in a glass, and it comes together in a flash.

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A glass of iced cocktail garnished with a lime wedge and a sugared rim, placed on a white surface with a green bowl and a patterned napkin nearby.

Peach Margarita

Light, fruity, and smooth—the Peach Margarita is ideal for when you want something sweet but still super chill to make.

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A flavorful pomegranate margarita infused with fragrant sprigs of rosemary.

Pomegranate Margarita

A little tart, a little sweet, and very pretty—no stress, just shake and you're ready to take a sip with this easy Pomegranate Margarita.

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Two apple cider margarita cocktails next to two red apples, some fall leaves and rosemary sprigs on a white background.

Apple Cider Margaritas

The Apple Cider Margarita is Fall in a glass with a tequila twist—super simple and perfect for cooler nights.

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A refreshing orange cocktail served in a green stemmed glass, garnished with an orange slice and presented on a white background with citrus fruits and a cocktail shaker nearby.

Texas Margarita

Bigger, bolder, and just a bit stronger—if you like a punchier drink, the Texas Margarita is for you.

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A glass of iced blood orange cocktail with lime and blood orange slice garnish. Another cocktail and a plate of blood orange slices with lime slices are in the background.

Blood Orange Margarita

Blood orange puts a sweet, fresh and bright twist on the classic margarita. Gorgeous color and a citrus kick—easy to make and always a hit.

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Cantaloupe Mint Margaritas

This minty Cantaloupe Margarita is refreshing and refined sugar-free. Light with hints of mint and melon, this drink is perfect for summer.

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Cadillac Margarita

A splash of Grand Marnier makes this feel fancy, but it’s still easy enough to throw this Cadillac Margarita together on a weeknight.

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Two martini glasses with a Devil's Margarita in them.

Devil’s Margarita

The Devil's Margarita is red wine float on top making it a homemade fancy drink, but it’s actually super simple to layer—great for a “wow” and elegant moment.

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A Virgin Margarita in a glass with lime and lime wedges.

Virgin Margarita

All the zing, none of the booze—super quick to mix up this Virgin Margarita and tastes just like the real thing.

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A coconut margarita with lime and coconut.

Coconut Margarita

The Coconut Margarita is next level! It's creamy, tropical, and sweet without being over the top—feels like a beach day in a glass.

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Spicy margarita with jalapenos.

Spicy Margarita

Just a little heat to keep things interesting—don’t worry, you can control the spice level of this easy to make Spicy Margarita.

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Two pink cocktails in gold-rimmed glasses garnished with cucumber, lime wedge, and chili powder. A dish with watermelon pieces in the background.

Watermelon Margarita

Watermelon Margarita is a delicious cocktail you can serve en masse for a party. Juicy and refreshing—this one’s basically summer in a glass and couldn’t be easier to blend up.

Cheers to the best margarita recipes ever! Which one will you make? //susannah

About Susannah

Susannah Brinkley Henry is the founder of Feast + West, a cocktail blog featuring creative, budget-friendly drinks and hosting ideas. A graphic designer with bartending school training, she shares cocktails, mocktails, appetizers and desserts for easy, stylish entertaining. Her work has been featured by Southern Living, Buzzfeed, The Huffington Post and Mashable, and she was a finalist in the Saveur Blog Awards. Susannah is also a publisher on MSN and has appeared on local news segments sharing seasonal drinks. She lives in Charlotte, N.C., where she brings Southern charm and global inspiration to every pour. Read more.

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