This refreshing and easytomake strawberry margarita is perfect for a quick and delicious cocktail. The sweet maple syrup balances the tart lime and fresh strawberries, while the tequila brings that classic margarita kick.
Ingredients:
1 cup fresh strawberries, stems removed and halved
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 cup tequila (2 ounces)
1/2 cup ice
1/4 cup lime juice
Instructions:
1. Blend the Ingredients:
In a highspeed blender, combine the sliced strawberries, tequila, maple syrup, ice, and lime juice.
2. Process:
Blend everything on high speed until smooth.
3. Serve:
Pour the mixture into a glass over ice and serve immediately.
4. Optional MakeAhead:
You can prepare the margarita mixture up to one day in advance and keep it chilled. Alternatively, freeze the mixture into ice cubes and blend with a tiny bit more water when ready to serve.
Recipe Details:
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Tips for Success:
1. Fresh Strawberries: For the best flavor, use ripe, fresh strawberries. If fresh strawberries aren’t in season, you can use frozen strawberries, but you might need to adjust the amount of ice to avoid a toothick consistency.
2. Customize Sweetness: Maple syrup adds a natural sweetness, but you can adjust the amount depending on your sweetness preference. You could also substitute with agave syrup or honey if you prefer.
3. Lime Juice Freshness: Fresh lime juice works best in this cocktail. If you use bottled lime juice, the flavor may not be as vibrant.
4. Adjust Consistency: If the margarita is too thick, add a little more lime juice or water and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
5. Frozen Variations: For a frozen margarita, simply freeze the strawberries before blending, and skip the ice. This will give you a thicker, slushier texture.
Enjoy this quick, fresh, and delicious strawberry margarita! 🍓🍹
