Strawberry Margarita Recipe

Our go-to Strawberry Margarita recipe that’s been tested to perfection and tastes like refreshing, vibrant summer goodness every single time! It’s made with fresh ingredients and comes together in just minutes, so it’s great for sipping solo after a long day or mixing up a pitcher for your next girls’ night. This is the BEST strawberry margarita recipe with lots of substitution options for using whatever you have on hand!

A Fresh & Easy Strawberry Margarita Recipe

This Strawberry Margarita is perfect for spring and summer! It has the best flavor using real strawberries (instead of strawberry syrup), fresh basil (optional, but so good), and naturally sweetened with agave. As always, we’ve kept this recipe simple, flexible, and easy to whip up with ingredients you probably already have on hand. No fancy liqueurs required, unless you want to add them!

This drink is a go-to for spring and summer nights when you want something impressive without the hassle!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick & Easy – Ready in 5 minutes or less!
• Fresh Ingredients – No mixes here, just real strawberries, lime juice, and orange juice.
• Customizable – Swap out the orange juice, change the rim, or make it frozen!
• Perfect for One or a Pitcher – Single serving or pitcher, it’s easy to scale up.
• Perfectly Sweetened – With agave syrup instead of refined sugar.

Pair this drink with Cherry Delight for a delicious treat!

Ingredients

With a few simple ingredients, you can have this drink made in just a matter of minutes. Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy strawberry margarita:

• Fresh Ripe Strawberries – About 4-5 per drink. Super ripe ones are best for natural sweetness!
• Agave Syrup – Just ½ oz adds the perfect amount of sweetness. You can use honey or simple syrup if you prefer.
• Tequila – Silver tequila is great for a crisp, clean flavor.
• Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice – The sweet citrus flavor is amazing, but you can also use Triple Sec or Cointreau for a more traditional margarita taste.
• Lime Juice – Fresh is best! Adds the tart, zesty flavor every margarita needs.
• Basil Leaves – Totally optional, but they’re such a fun, aromatic garnish.
• Rim (Optional) – Use a lime wedge and dip your glass in granulated sugar or salt.

How to Make a Strawberry Margarita

All you need is a high-speed blender, and this flavorful margarita will be ready in just 5 minutes! Here’s how to make it:

Single-Serving Margarita

1. Rim Your Glass – Run a lime wedge around the rim and dip in sugar (or salt).
2. Blend Strawberries + Agave – Use a blender or muddle by hand. You can also make a syrup—see tips below!
3. Mix the Margarita – Combine the strawberry purée with tequila, orange juice (or triple sec/orange liqueur), and lime juice.
4. Stir and Serve – Pour over ice, garnish with basil, and sip away.

Pitcher Margaritas (Serves 4)

This recipe makes 1 serving but it is super easy to upscale into a full pitcher for a party. Here’s how to make a pitcher:

Ingredients:

• 16-20 ripe strawberries
• 2 oz agave syrup (or to taste)
• 10 oz tequila
• 4 oz orange juice
• 8 oz lime juice
• Basil for garnish
• Lime wedges + sugar or salt for rim

Instructions:

1. Blend the strawberries and agave syrup until smooth.
2. Pour into a pitcher with tequila, orange juice, and lime juice.
3. Stir to combine, rim glasses, and serve over ice with basil and lime wedges.

Tips

Prefer a smoother texture? Simmer strawberries and agave syrup together, then strain to create a syrup.

Want it frozen? Use frozen strawberries and blend everything together with ice!

Make it boozier: Add a splash of Triple Sec or Cointreau if you like a stronger drink.

Use what you’ve got: No agave? Honey, maple syrup, or simple syrup work great.

Strawberry sweetness varies – If they’re a little tart, add more agave to taste.

Variations

Here are a few fun ways to switch it up!

• Frozen Strawberry Margarita – Blend everything with ice for a slushy-style drink.
• Spicy Strawberry Margarita – Add a few slices of jalapeño to the mix or rim your glass with Tajín!
• Strawberry Basil Margarita – Muddle basil into the drink itself for a more herbal twist.
• Strawberry Orange Margarita – Use orange liqueur instead of juice for extra citrusy depth.
• Rum Margarita Recipe – Don’t have tequila on hand? Use rum instead!

How to Store

While margaritas are best served fresh (and only take a few minutes to make), there ARE ways to make them ahead of time or store leftovers if necessary! Here’s how to store margaritas:

• Refrigerator: Store in a sealed container or pitcher in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Stir or blend before serving.
• Freezer: Blend into a frozen margarita and freeze for up to 1 week. Just blend again before serving to revive that slushy texture!

Flavorful Margaritas You’ll Love

• Prickly Pear Margarita
• Blood Orange Margarita
• Frozen Mango Margarita

More Summer Cocktail Recipes

• Pink Gin Sour
• Blackberry Mint Mojito
• Blueberry Gin Basil Smash
• Creamy Coconut Mojito

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