The classic margarita gets a bold infusion of sweet blueberries, lime and mint. Ready for a crowd, this recipe is one you’ll want to make all summer long!
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I think we’ve all seen cocktails get out of control with creativity, and we’ve probably all seen a margarita go a little too crazy.
Vodka! Can you imagine?!
When reviving a classic, the recipe should be kept simple so the qualities that made the original so spectacular still shine, but the drink can be experienced in a new way.
Take this blueberry margarita, for example. It has all the traditional ingredients (tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice) but also the addition of blueberries and just a hint of mint. The result is still clearly a margarita, but with a bold new color and a fruity flavor that complements the tequila and lime.
Curious about tequila? Take a look at our comprehensive tequila guide!
It’s a novelty cocktail to keep in mind for any impromptu hangouts you’re hosting this summer—and a surefire hit with the margarita lovers in your life.
Try one of these variations!
- Frozen Blueberry Margaritas: Feel free to use frozen blueberries instead of fresh, just make sure you thaw them first. Or not! Place them in ice with four cups of ice and the mint and puree for blueberry slushy margaritas.
- Blackberry Margaritas: Blackberries make a great substitute in this recipe, or use a bit of both.
More summer cocktails
- Sparkling strawberry sangria
- Mojito with mint and lime
- Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri
- Mixed berry sangria
- Blender Pina Colada
Blueberry Pitcher Margaritas
Buy tequila with a label that says it’s been aged for at least two months and is “100% de agave.”
ingredients
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4 cups tequila Blanco (also called Plato or Silver Tequila)
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2 cups orange liqueur such as triple sec or Cointreau
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1 Cup lime juice
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3 cups blueberries
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A few twigs mint
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agave Nectar or simple syrup, to sweeten if necessary
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Ice
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Kosher or Flake Salt (not iodized) to frame the glasses (optional)
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extra blueberries and lime wedges for garnish (optional)
method
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Pour the tequila:
Place tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice and blueberries in a blender and blend 8 to 10 times. Let the ingredients steep for at least 30 minutes.
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Blend the mixture:
Pour the mixture into a bowl, add the mint and mix with a pestle, dowel or wooden spoon (i.e. crush the mint). Leave for about 5 minutes.
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Strain the solids:
Pour the mixture through a fine strainer into a pitcher filled with ice. Squeeze the solids with the back of a spoon to get all the liquid out.
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Taste and sweeten if necessary:
Taste the margaritas, stirring in agave nectar or simple syrup for sweetness if desired.
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Edge of the glass:
If you like glass salted margaritas, take a small plate or bowl and fill it with the salt. Next, take a glass (a cocktail or coupe glass will do, but a mason jar is just as easy) and rub the rim with a lime wedge. Dip the jar in the salt and turn it once or twice.
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Serve the margaritas:
Pour the margaritas into the prepared glasses. Garnish with lime wedges or blueberries skewered on a cocktail stick or toothpick.
| nutritional information (per serving) | |
|---|---|
| 147 | calories |
| 0g | Fat |
| 7g | carbohydrates |
| 0g | protein |
