Raspberry Margarita
Bright raspberry margarita with homemade syrup and a pink salted rim. Easy steps, tips for rims, substitutions, and storage.
We love this twist on a classic margarita for the summertime! Complete with a fun, vibrant pink rim from our Raspberry Margarita Salt.
Yield: Makes 2 margaritas
- Make a quick raspberry simple syrup by simmering raspberries, water, and sugar, then strain and cool.
- Rim glasses with Raspberry Margarita Salt or mix coarse salt and crushed freeze-dried raspberries for a pink rim.
- Shake tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and syrup with ice, strain over fresh ice, and garnish with raspberries and lime.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make the raspberry simple syrup?
Combine 1/2 cup raspberries, 1/2 cup water, and 1/2 cup sugar in a small pan. Bring to a simmer and stir until the sugar dissolves. Simmer about 5 minutes, strain through a fine mesh sieve pressing gently, then cool before using. Store refrigerated up to 10 to 14 days.
Can I use frozen raspberries instead of fresh?
Yes. Frozen raspberries work fine. Thaw first for easier pressing, or simmer them frozen—they will release the same flavor into the syrup.
How do I rim the glass with Raspberry Margarita Salt?
Run a lime wedge around the glass rim, then dip the rim into a shallow plate of Raspberry Margarita Salt, twisting to coat evenly. Press gently so the salt sticks but avoid packing it on too heavy.
What if I do not have Raspberry Margarita Salt?
Mix coarse sea salt or kosher salt with crushed freeze-dried raspberries until the salt turns pink. Pulse in a blender or crush with a mortar and pestle, then rim the glass as usual.
What tequila should I use for the best flavor?
Tequila blanco is recommended for a bright, clean flavor. Use reposado if you want a slightly richer, oakier note. Avoid flavored tequilas that can clash with the raspberry.
Can I make this margarita non-alcoholic?
Yes. Replace the tequila and orange liqueur with nonalcoholic tequila alternatives, or use sparkling water and a splash of orange juice or orange extract. Keep the lime and raspberry syrup to retain the margarita profile.
How many servings does this recipe make and how do I adjust sweetness?
The listed amounts make about two margaritas. To adjust sweetness, add more or less raspberry syrup a little at a time and taste. More lime juice will make it tarter, more syrup will make it sweeter.
How do I make the raspberry simple syrup?
Combine 1/2 cup raspberries, 1/2 cup water, and 1/2 cup sugar in a small pan. Bring to a simmer and stir until the sugar dissolves. Simmer about 5 minutes, strain through a fine mesh sieve pressing gently, then cool before using. Store refrigerated up to 10 to 14 days.
Can I use frozen raspberries instead of fresh?
Yes. Frozen raspberries work fine. Thaw first for easier pressing, or simmer them frozen—they will release the same flavor into the syrup.
How do I rim the glass with Raspberry Margarita Salt?
Run a lime wedge around the glass rim, then dip the rim into a shallow plate of Raspberry Margarita Salt, twisting to coat evenly. Press gently so the salt sticks but avoid packing it on too heavy.
What if I do not have Raspberry Margarita Salt?
Mix coarse sea salt or kosher salt with crushed freeze-dried raspberries until the salt turns pink. Pulse in a blender or crush with a mortar and pestle, then rim the glass as usual.
What tequila should I use for the best flavor?
Tequila blanco is recommended for a bright, clean flavor. Use reposado if you want a slightly richer, oakier note. Avoid flavored tequilas that can clash with the raspberry.
Can I make this margarita non-alcoholic?
Yes. Replace the tequila and orange liqueur with nonalcoholic tequila alternatives, or use sparkling water and a splash of orange juice or orange extract. Keep the lime and raspberry syrup to retain the margarita profile.
How many servings does this recipe make and how do I adjust sweetness?
The listed amounts make about two margaritas. To adjust sweetness, add more or less raspberry syrup a little at a time and taste. More lime juice will make it tarter, more syrup will make it sweeter.
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