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Blackberry Margarita Recipe: Easy 5-Minute Fruity Twist
Chef Sarah Hasan

Blackberry Margarita

A fresh blackberry margarita made with tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and juicy blackberries. Ready in 5 minutes with a sweet-tart flavor and vibrant color.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 Cocktails
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh blackberries plus extra for garnish
  • 4 oz silver tequila
  • 2 oz orange liqueur Triple Sec or Cointreau
  • 2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 oz agave syrup or simple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • Coarse salt or Tajín for rimming the glass
  • Lime wedge for rimming
  • Fresh mint or lime wheel for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Fine mesh strainer (optional for a smoother drink)
  • Citrus juicer
  • Margarita or rocks glasses
  • Small plate for salt or sugar rim
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass.
  2. Dip the rim into coarse salt or Tajín.
  3. Add fresh blackberries to a cocktail shaker.
  4. Muddle until the berries release their juice.
  5. Pour in tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup.
  6. Fill the shaker with ice.
  7. Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
  8. Fill the prepared glasses with fresh ice.
  9. Strain the cocktail into the glasses. For a smoother texture, use a fine mesh strainer.
  10. Garnish with fresh blackberries, a lime wheel, or mint sprig.
  11. Serve immediately.

Notes

Frozen blackberries work well when fresh berries aren't available.
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less agave syrup.
Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor.
Chill the glasses before serving for a restaurant-style presentation.
Add a splash of sparkling water for a lighter version.

Recipe Tips

Muddle gently to extract juice without crushing the seeds too much.
Blanco tequila keeps the drink crisp and refreshing.
If you like a frozen blackberry margarita, blend all ingredients with 1½ cups of ice.
Use ripe, sweet blackberries for the best natural flavor.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Calories: 215 kcal
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Protein: 1 g
Fat: 0 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 190 mg (varies depending on salted rim)
Potassium: 135 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 14 g
Vitamin C: 18 mg
Calcium: 22 mg
Iron: 0.5 mg