This homemade Strawberry Margarita On The Rocks is one of my all-time favorite cocktail recipes! This refreshing drink is full of fresh flavor and is perfect for sipping on hot summer days or enjoying with friends at a backyard BBQ.
As the temperature rises and the sun beats down, there's nothing more satisfying than a chilled, fruity drink to quench your thirst.
And this fresh strawberry margarita cocktail is the queen of summertime cocktails.
Its sweet, tangy taste and refreshing fruity flavors make it the perfect way to quench your thirst in the sweltering heat.
The combination of ice-cold sweetness, tangy lime juice, and a salted rim makes it a drink guaranteed to refresh your senses.
So whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or just lounging by the pool, the strawberry margarita on the rocks is the perfect summer drink for happy hour!
Serve it alongside Gluten-Free Taco Dip, Smoked Queso Dip, Carnitas Tacos, or Pico de Gallo and tortilla chips!
Check out 20+ Best Margarita Recipes For Summer You Can Make At Home or 30+ Best Cinco De Mayo Party Recipes for more great Margarita recipes!
Check out my Aperol Spritz, Blackberry Mojito, and my Bacardi Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri for more refreshing cocktails!
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💗 Why You Will Love This Strawberry Margarita Recipe
- You will love the sweet addition of strawberries to a classic margarita.
- This easy margarita recipe comes together quickly with just a few simple ingredients.
- Perfect for sipping on a warm summer day or entertaining friends and family.
- Fresh berries give this drink a beautiful color and texture without the need for artificial syrups.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less simple syrup.
- It can be made in large batches for events and gatherings.
- It can easily be made non-alcoholic so everyone can enjoy it.
🍹 What Is The Best Tequila For A Margarita?
The best tequila for a margarita is typically a high-quality, 100% agave tequila labeled as "Silver" or "Blanco." These tequilas are unaged or aged for a short period, allowing their pure agave flavors to shine.
A tequila Reposado is also 100% agave and can be good in a margarita. Reposado tequila is aged for at least two months but no more than a year in oak barrels, giving it a slightly more complex flavor than a Blanco tequila. This can add a subtle sweetness and notes of vanilla and caramel to the margarita, which some people like.
Some may find that the aged flavor of a Reposado tequila may be less prominent when mixed with other ingredients in a margarita. For more detailed information, check out this article on Blanco Vs Reposado for Margarita.
🍓 Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
To make the perfect strawberry margarita on the rocks, you will need a handful of simple ingredients:
- Tequila is the most important ingredient in this cocktail as it is the base spirit. Look for a Blanco tequila (white tequila), also called Silver Tequila. I used 1800 Blanco tequila.
- Triple Sec is a sweet orange liqueur used as a secondary flavor to enhance the overall taste of the cocktail. It helps to balance the tartness of the lime juice. You can also use Cointreau or Grand Marnier instead.
- Fresh strawberries provide a sweet, fruity flavor and give the drink a reddish-pink color. Make sure your strawberries are ripe and sweet for the best flavor. Frozen strawberries can also be used if fresh ones are not available.
- Fresh lime juice is acidic and adds tartness to the drink while also balancing the sweetness of the drink to create a tangy flavor. Freshly squeezed lime juice will give the best flavor. Avoid bottled lime juice, as it will not be as flavorful.
- Simple syrup is a sweetener that balances the tartness of the lime juice in this drink. This can be made at home by combining equal parts sugar and water and heating until the sugar dissolves. Alternatively, you can use store-bought simple syrup, agave syrup or agave nectar, or honey as a substitute for simple syrup.
- Sugar and salt on the rim of the glass provide a contrasting flavor to the sweetness and sourness of the drink and helps to balance out the overall taste. Use granulated sugar and coarse salt for the rim of the glass. Kosher salt or sea salt both work well.
- Ice: Use plenty of ice to keep the drink cold and refreshing.
See the printable recipe card for quantities and a complete list of ingredients.
🍹 How To Make A Strawberry Margarita On The Rocks
To make the perfect strawberry margarita on the rocks, wash and dry the fresh strawberries and cut off the green stem.
Mix together the coarse salt and granulated sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle it on a plate wide enough for your glass to fit.
Rub the rim of the glass with a lime wedge, then dip the rim of the glass into the sugar and salt mixture to create a salt rim. Set the glass aside.
Combine the strawberries, lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and simple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness to your personal preference, adding more simple syrup as desired. The amount needed will depend on the sweetness of your strawberries.
Fill the glasses with ice, then pour in the strawberry margarita mixture.
Garnish each glass with a lime wedge or lime wheel and a fresh strawberry. Serve immediately.
Enjoy!
💭 Expert Tips
- Use fresh and ripe strawberries: Fresh and ripe strawberries have a higher concentration of sugars and juices, which will give your margarita a more intense strawberry flavor.
- Use quality tequila: The better the quality of your tequila, the better your margarita will taste. Look for 100% agave tequila for a cleaner and smoother taste.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice provides the best flavor for your margarita. Avoid bottled lime juice, which tastes artificial and lacks fresh flavor.
- Chill your glasses: Chill your glasses in the freezer for at least 20 minutes before making your margarita. This will help keep your drink cold longer and prevent it from getting watery.
- Adjust the sweetness and sourness to your liking: Taste your margarita before serving and add more simple syrup or lime juice if desired.
- Experiment with garnishes: Garnishes can enhance the visual appeal of your margarita and add an extra layer of flavor. Try garnishing with a lime wedge and a strawberry slice - even a cocktail umbrella!
- Don't overdo the sugar/salt rim: A sugar/salt rim adds a nice contrast to the sweet and sour flavors of the margarita, but don't overdo it, as it can overpower the other flavors in the drink.
- Serve immediately: Margaritas taste best when fresh and cold, so serve your drinks as soon as they are prepared.
- Drink responsibly: Margaritas can be strong, and enjoying them in moderation is important. Make sure to have a designated driver if you plan on drinking more than one.
- Make it non-alcoholic: To make a nonalcoholic version of a strawberry margarita, you can replace the tequila and triple sec with an equal amount of a nonalcoholic substitute, such as soda water.
- Make a Frozen Margarita: Blend the ingredients with ice until smooth to make a frozen strawberry margarita. Adjust the amount of ice depending on how thick you want your margaritas to be.
🧾 Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can easily scale up the recipe to make a large batch of strawberry margaritas. Multiply the ingredients by the number of servings you need and blend them in the blender. If needed, chill the pitcher in the fridge, and give a quick blend before serving.
Yes, you can! Simply omit the tequila and triple sec and replace them with additional lime juice or a splash of sparkling water for some fizz.
Absolutely! Frozen strawberries will also work well, and they can even help make the drink colder without watering it down.
Yes, you can! Simply blend all the ingredients with ice instead of serving it on the rocks.
Yes, you can use a sugar-free sweetener instead of simple syrup. Examples of sugar-free sweeteners include Splenda, Stevia, or Erythritol.
It's best to make this drink fresh and serve it immediately. However, you can prepare the individual ingredients ahead of time and keep them chilled until you're ready to mix and serve.
Whether lounging by the pool, relaxing on the patio, or celebrating Cinco de Mayo, this Strawberry Margarita on the Rocks is the perfect drink to cool you down.
The icy coldness of the drink is just what you need to beat the heat, while the flavors of the lime and strawberry transport you to a tropical paradise. There's nothing like sipping a cool margarita on a hot summer day.
As the temperatures continue to rise, mix up a batch of this refreshing drink and enjoy the summer months. Cheers to a delicious and enjoyable summer!
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📋 Recipe
Strawberry Margarita On The Rocks
Equipment
- Blender I highly recommend a Ninja blender
Ingredients
- ½ pound fresh strawberries, hulled about 1 cup
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice juice from 1 lime
- 4 oz tequila
- 1 oz triple sec
- 4 tablespoons Simple syrup (see note 1)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Lime wedges and additional strawberries for garnish
For rimming glasses
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Combine the strawberries, lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and simple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness if needed, adding more simple syrup as desired. The amount needed will depend on the sweetness of your strawberries.
- Mix the granulated sugar and salt together in a small bowl. Pour the mixture onto a small plate wide enough to fit your glass. Take a lime wedge and run it around the edge of each glass, then dip the rim into the mixture, tapping off any excess.
- Fill the glasses with ice, then pour in the strawberry margarita mixture.
- Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and a fresh strawberry. Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Simple syrup: Mix together ½ cup of granulated sugar and ½ cup of water in a small saucepan. Heat over low-medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat. Let cool. Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. If you plan on mixing lots of drinks, double or triple the amounts.
- Use fresh and ripe strawberries: Fresh and ripe strawberries have a higher concentration of sugars and juices, which will give your margarita a more intense strawberry flavor.
- Use quality tequila: The better the quality of your tequila, the better your margarita will taste. Look for 100% agave tequila for a cleaner and smoother taste.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice provides the best flavor for your margarita. Avoid using bottled lime juice, which can taste artificial and lacks fresh flavor.
- Chill your glasses: Chill your glasses in the freezer for at least 20 minutes before making your margarita. This will help keep your drink cold longer and prevent it from getting watery.
- Adjust the sweetness and sourness to your liking: Taste your margarita before serving and add more simple syrup or lime juice if desired.
- Experiment with garnishes: Garnishes can enhance the visual appeal of your margarita and add an extra layer of flavor. Try garnishing with a lime wedge and a strawberry slice - even a cocktail umbrella!
- Don't overdo the sugar/salt rim: A sugar/salt rim adds a nice contrast to the sweet and sour flavors of the margarita, but don't overdo it, as it can overpower the other flavors in the drink.
- Serve immediately: Margaritas taste best when fresh and cold, so serve your drinks as soon as they are prepared.
- Drink responsibly: Margaritas can be strong, and enjoying them in moderation is important. Make sure to have a designated driver if you plan on drinking more than one.
- Make it non-alcoholic: To make a nonalcoholic version of a strawberry margarita, you can replace the tequila and triple sec with an equal amount of a nonalcoholic substitute, such as soda water.
- Make a frozen margarita: Blend the ingredients with ice until smooth to make a frozen strawberry margarita. Adjust the amount of ice depending on how thick you want your margaritas to be.
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