Blue Margarita

Blue Margarita – This charming blue twist on the classic margarita is a fun and festive way to enjoy a tequila drink! Made with Blue Curaçao, silver tequila, lime juice, triple sec and Tajin rim, it makes the perfect blue drink for summer.

Looking for a unique margarita recipe? This pretty blue margarita made with Blue Curaçao makes the perfect summertime margarita recipe that is perfect for any special occasions. This easy tequila drink is perfect for adding a tropical twist to your gatherings.

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This post is about how to make Blue Margarita.

EASY BLUE MARGARITA RECIPE

Whether you’re hosting a Mexican dinner, Cinco de Mayo celebration or just want a quick and easy summertime margarita, this charming Blue Margarita is the perfect way to get the party started. This tequila cocktail also makes a fun pool-party drink everyone will enjoy.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE

Easy to Make. This is a shaker-only recipe making it a very quick and easy drink to make for yourself, friends and family.

Gorgeous Blue Color. You won’t be able to resist this tropical drink due to its mesmerizing color.  So fun for Cinco de Mayo too!

Refreshing and Perfect for Summer. It has a slight orange citrusy flavor because of the blue curacao liqueur, making it a very fresh and light margarita.

INGREDIENTS NOTES

Here’s everything you need to make this drink. See the recipe card down below for exact measurements.

HOW TO MAKE BLUE MARGARITA

Use a lime wedge to wet the edge of a margarita glass.

Dip rim into the Tajin until fully coated. Set aside.

Fill your shaker with 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 oz silver Tequila, 1 oz triple sec, 1 oz Blue Curacao, 1 oz simple syrup and shake well.

Add ice to your prepared margarita glass, and pour the cocktail into your glass.

Garnish with a slice of an orange and lime, and serve! Enjoy!

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

• Skip the triple sec to make this margarita a bit less strong and add the other ingredients as per measurements. Triple sec is purely orange flavored, while blue curacao have additional herbs and spices.

• You can use a Simply Limeade instead of lime juice to make a bigger pitcher of this drink.

• Tajin makes a fun little twist on the classic rim, but if you can’t get your hands on it, you can also substitute it with kosher salt, margarita salt or sugar.

RECIPE FAQ’S

Q: WHAT IS blue curaçao?

A. Blue Curacao is a bitter-sweet orange flavored blue liqueur that is usually used in many tropical blue curacao drinks. Hailing from the island of Curacao, this blue liqueur is made with a locally grown orange Laraha fruit.

Q: Is there a substitute for blue curaçao?

A: You can use blue food coloring as a substitute, and it won’t alter the flavor.

Q: HOW CAN I MADE THIS BLUE MARGARITA SWEETER?

A: To make this drink sweeter, simply adjust the amount of simple syrup.

Q: Should I add ice to the drink?

A: Yes, adding ice keeps the drink chilled and refreshing.

Q: WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO RIM MY MARGARITA GLASSES?

A. The trick to adding a rim to a margarita is extremely simple! Simply pour some Tajin on a plate. Then, cut a lime into wedges and rub the wet part against the rim of the glass in a circular motion.
Dip the glass upside down into the Tajin and carefully press down.

Q: Can I double the recipe for a party?

A: Yes, sure! Double all the ingredients, and use a larger pitcher or punch bowl.

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