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Blend up this Frozen Strawberry Margarita for your next party and get ready for the kind of drink everyone hopes you will make again next time. With tart lime and juicy frozen strawberries shaken up with tequila, it is sweet refreshment you can enjoy any time you wish summer lasted a bit longer.
I tried this recipe for a barbecue on a hot July afternoon and it disappeared even faster than the tacos did. Now my friends always hope I have frozen strawberries on hand whenever they visit.
Ingredients
- Frozen strawberries: frozen at peak ripeness keep the drink thick and cold
- Tequila blanco: clean flavor that lets the fruit shine use a midrange bottle you enjoy sipping
- Triple sec: brings a citrusy boost and rounds out the flavors
- Limes: juice gives the drink its tangy brightness choose limes that feel heavy for their size
- Ice: guarantees that frozen texture you expect
- Agave syrup or simple syrup: optional for adjusting the sweetness
- Sugar for rimming: adds sparkle and the first hit of sweetness with each sip
- Fresh strawberries or lime wheels for garnish: a finishing touch that looks as fun as it tastes
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the Glass:
- Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass then dip them into a shallow plate of sugar until the edge is well coated this starts the drink with a sweet bite
- Blend Everything:
- Add frozen strawberries tequila triple sec lime juice ice and agave syrup if you like it sweeter to a blender Blend on high until smooth and creamy scraping down the sides once or twice for a perfect texture
- Pour and Garnish:
- Divide the frozen margarita into your prepared glasses carefully pour to show off the icy swirl Garnish each one with a fresh strawberry or a slice of lime for a party-ready look
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Lime juice is always my favorite part because it brightens the whole drink the second you squeeze a fresh one I remember once making these with my sister in her tiny kitchen while playing old records and now just one sip makes me feel like I am right back there
Storage Tips
If you want to get ahead you can blend the whole batch and store it in the freezer for up to two hours Just stir and reblend if needed before serving If you have leftovers pour them into popsicle molds for boozy ice pops later on
Ingredient Substitutions
If you do not have triple sec Cointreau or Grand Marnier both work Tequila reposado gives a slightly warmer flavor even though blanco is classic If fresh berries are in season you can freeze them yourself for the best flavor
Serving Suggestions
Serve these margaritas alongside chips and guacamole or fresh salsa for a year round summer vibe They look gorgeous in any cocktail glass whether you rim them with coarse or superfine sugar
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Cultural Context
The margarita started as a tequila daisy in the early twentieth century and evolved into a classic using bold fresh ingredients The frozen version is an American invention but captures the fun spirit of the original Every region adds its own twist but strawberry is always a favorite during peak berry seasons
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use fresh strawberries instead of frozen?
Yes, but add extra ice to achieve a slushy consistency, as frozen berries help thicken the drink.
- → What type of tequila works best?
Tequila Blanco is preferred for its clean taste, but you can use Reposado for a nuanced flavor.
- → Is Triple Sec essential for this drink?
Triple Sec adds orange notes, but Cointreau or another orange liqueur is a suitable substitute.
- → How can I make this less sweet?
Omit added syrups and use unsweetened strawberries. Adjust lime juice for a tangier profile.
- → What are some garnish ideas?
Top with a lime wheel, whole strawberry, or a lightly sugared rim for added flair.
- → Can I make this ahead of time?
It’s best enjoyed immediately, but you can freeze the blended mixture, stirring before serving.