Blood Orange Margaritas

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1

Refreshing Blood Orange Margaritas for Your Next Cocktail Hour

by The Chefin Cocktail

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

182

Sugar

10g

Fat

Blood Orange Margaritas are a refreshing and fruity twist on the classic margarita. The addition of fresh blood orange juice adds a vibrant pop of color and a unique flavor profile that is sure to impress. This cocktail is perfect for entertaining or enjoying on a warm summer evening. The combination of tequila and citrus is a classic pairing that never goes out of style, and the crushed ice and salt rim help to balance out the sweetness of the blood orange. Whether you're serving these up at a party or simply enjoying one on your patio, Blood Orange Margaritas are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	Rim your glass by wetting the rim with a blood orange wedge and then dipping it into a plate filled with kosher salt.
2.	Fill your glass with crushed ice.
3.	Combine fresh blood orange juice, tequila, and triple sec or Cointreau in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well to combine.
4.	Pour the contents of the shaker into your glass. Stir briefly to combine.
5.	Garnish with a blood orange wedge and enjoy!

PROS

These margaritas are a refreshing and delicious twist on a classic cocktail.

They are perfect for entertaining or enjoying on a warm summer evening.

CONS

As with all cocktails, these margaritas should be enjoyed in moderation.

They are high in calories and may contribute to a hangover if consumed in excess.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Though these margaritas are not particularly healthy, they do contain fresh blood orange juice, which is a good source of vitamin C and folate.
Vitamin C can help support your immune system, while folate is important for fetal development during pregnancy.

	kosher salt
	crushed ice
	1/2 cup fresh blood orange juice
	2 ounces tequila
	1 ounce triple sec or 1 ounce Cointreau liqueur
	blood orange wedge , for garnish