Blood Orange Margarita Recipe
Celebrate winter citrus season with a stunning blood orange margarita! Made with freshly squeezed blood orange and lime juices and a healthy dose of your favorite tequila, this vibrant blood orange margarita is perfectly zesty with a touch of natural citrus sweetness.
How to Make the Best Blood Orange Margarita
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of winter citrus with this stunning blood orange margarita. This cocktail brings together the tart sweetness of fresh blood orange juice with the classic lime and tequila combination, creating a perfectly balanced drink that’s both refreshing and sophisticated.
A Winter Citrus Classic
Blood orange season arrives in the colder months, making this the perfect time to enjoy this jewel-toned cocktail. The natural deep red color of blood orange juice creates a visually stunning drink that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Unlike regular oranges, blood oranges have a slightly deeper, more complex flavor profile with subtle berry undertones that make this margarita uniquely special.
Perfect for Entertaining
This recipe is wonderfully versatile—make single servings for an intimate night in, or batch it in a pitcher for easy entertaining. Simply multiply the ingredients by the number of servings, combine them in a pitcher with ice, and let guests serve themselves. The drink maintains its character whether made individually or in larger quantities, making it ideal for casual gatherings or festive occasions.
Blood Orange Margarita
Celebrate winter citrus season with a stunning blood orange margarita! Made with freshly squeezed blood orange and lime juices and a healthy dose of your favorite tequila, this vibrant blood orange margarita is perfectly zesty with a touch of natural citrus sweetness.
Ingredients
Blood Orange Margarita
Instructions
Blood Orange Margarita
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add tequila, fresh blood orange juice, fresh lime juice, and triple sec.
- Shake well until chilled, about 10-15 seconds.
- Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice (salt the rim if desired).
- Garnish with a blood orange slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a pitcher version, multiply ingredients by the number of servings desired and stir in a large pitcher with ice.
- Freshly squeezed juices work best for optimal flavor.
- Blood oranges are most readily available during winter months.