Fiesta margarita drink recipes

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Strawberry Margarita Spritzers

This bubbly margarita recipe is the perfect treat for a hot summer day. Garnish with lime slices and fresh strawberries for a pretty finish.

Recipe: Strawberry Margarita Spritzers

Beer 'Garitas

Mixing beer with a classic margarita recipe makes the drink taste less tart than regular margaritas. We can promise that these will be a hit, so make them by the pitcher to keep your party going.

Recipe: Beer 'Garitas

Tequila Mojitos

Looking for something different to serve? Try a new twist on this Cuban-inspired cocktail. Adding lemon-lime soft drink and mint (of course!) transforms this mojito recipe into a fizzy cocktail.

Recipe: Tequila Mojitos

Scarlet Margaritas

Indulge in taste without adding to your waistline with this 140-calorie margarita! If you haven’t tried pomegranate margaritas, here's a tasty excuse to try the latest trend.

Recipe: Scarlet Margaritas

Pink Lemonade Cocktail

Easy-to-make, pink, and delightfully festive, our Pink Lemonade Cocktail is sure to be a huge hit at your next girls' night in party. Mix just four ingredients―beer, vodka, pink lemonade concentrate, and ice―for pitchers of fizzy goodness.

Recipe: Pink Lemonade Cocktail

Classic Margarita

This sweet-and-sour sipper is a no-fail party drink and easily scaleable. Based on the fundamentals of every good margarita―tequila, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur―this margarita is worthy of 5-star praise. (Make sure to use fresh limes for this one--it’s worth it!)

Recipe: Classic Margarita

Sangría

Full-bodied red sangria is the perfect complement to the spicy flavors of Mexican food. It’s also less filling than frozen drink, so a good choice for hearty enchilada fare. When shopping for the red wine, we recommend choosing a Merlot.

Recipe: Sangría

Sangría Blanco

If it’s really hot outside, reach for the light refreshing white sangría. This simple variation substitutes Sauvignon Blanc or Chablis in place of red wine.

Recipe: Sangría Blanco

Blue Margaritas

The coloring in these margaritas comes from blue curaçao orange liqueur so it tastes just like a traditional frozen margarita but with added color. With just four ingredients, this margarita can create an instant party.

Recipe: Blue Margaritas

Frozen Sangría

If you are planning a party for a large crowd, it’s easy for the cost to get out of hand. Try serving bottled beer and this festive sangria. It makes around 24 servings without breaking the bank. Total cost is about $13.

Recipe: Frozen Sangría

Margarita Granita

Margarita Granita, a frozen creation, is a refreshing addition to any outdoor party. Here's a shortcut for when you're preparing a large batch for a crowd: Use a combination of fresh juice, grated lime ride, and bottled key lime juice (usually found on the juice aisle in your grocery store). The grated lime rind plus a squeeze or two of fresh citrus in each drink keeps the flavors fresh.

Recipe: Margarita Granita

Classic Margaritas on the Rocks

These are potent, yet amazingly smooth-tasting when you use good-quality tequila and orange liqueur and thoroughly shake the mixture with ice before pouring over ice cubes to serve.

Recipe: Classic Margaritas on the Rocks

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