Can you use orange juice instead of Cointreau for margaritas?

Many alcohol-free co*cktails will simply use bottled orange juice as a replacement for orange liqueur and while orange juice is sweet it doesn't capture the range and complexity of flavors found in orange liqueur.

What spices go with blood orange?

Blood orange also loves spices such as ginger, cardamom, aniseed, nutmeg and turmeric .

How important is triple sec in a margarita?

To balance the co*cktail's acidity, triple sec is absolutely necessary for traditional Margaritas, according to Bailon.

How long to infuse tequila with fruit?

As the sprits age, the flavor becomes more complex and smooth. I'd suggest placing the jars in a cool dark place or in your fridge. Shake the jar once a day to break down the fruit and mix the juices. The infusion process can take up to a month .

Which is better for Margaritas triple sec or Cointreau?

“ Triple sec is the more approachable version when it comes to price point , so it's good to use if you want to keep costs low,” he said. “But Cointreau is worth the investment as it has a roundness that helps in building co*cktails and stands up to more flavors for great Margaritas and more.”

What is the best alcohol for Margaritas?

Plata or Blanco Tequila This type of tequila is often recommended for Margaritas due to its clean and fresh taste that perfectly complements the lime and sweetness in the co*cktail, making it a prime choice for those seeking the quintessential Margarita experience.

What orange liquor is best for Margaritas?

“ Cointreau is always my first choice,” says Stanislav Harcinik of Mirror Bar in Bratislava. “It brings citrusy-zesty aromatics to a Margarita's flavor profile, and makes the drink even lighter, with its aromatic floral notes that always make me smell it one more time and, of course, [take] another sip.”

Can you soak oranges in tequila?

Place sliced oranges in a medium bowl. Add sugar, tequila and triple sec. Toss gently. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally to distribute juices.

What tequila is best for fruit infusion?

Cibolo Moon recommends a 100% blue agave silver or blanco tequila . Blanco tequilas work best since they're fresh and unaged, so they can take on the most flavor. What to infuse it with? Almost any herbs, spices and fruits will work well, just be sure to use fresh ingredients.

What is tequila mixed with OJ called?

Tequila and orange juice make two classic drinks: the Tequila Screwdriver or the Tequila Sunrise ! The Screwdriver is an improved spin on the classic, or add grenadine you've got a brilliantly colored 1970's California co*cktail.

Blood Orange Margarita Recipe (2024)

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1.This Blood Orange Margarita is a gorgeous and delicious co*cktail perfect for celebrating just about anything. It’s refreshing, sweet, and full of citrusy flavor. If you make this, expect plenty of requests for more.

2.Blood Orange Margarita Recipe

ThisBlood Orange Margarita is a gorgeous and delicious co*cktail perfect for celebrating just about anything. It’s refreshing, sweet, and full of citrusy flavor. If you make this, expect plenty of requests for more.

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Blood Orange Margarita Recipe

Are you guys ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Because I have the most perfect and delicious co*cktail for you: Blood Orange Margarita!!

In the past weeks, I’ve developed a few recipes, for another site, with blood oranges and since then I have fallen in love with this citrus. For those who are not familiar with these fruits, blood orange is a variety of orange with blood-colored flesh and delicious raspberry-like notes.

This Blood Orange Margarita is sinfully delicious!! It has a perfect balance: refreshing, sweet, and hinted with lime. It really is a party in your mouth. I mean, just look at that color!!!

Blood oranges are in season from December through May, but if you can’t find them, or you want to enjoy this co*cktail when they’re out of season, you can use this juice. It tastes very good and it’s available all year long, just make sure to reduce the amount of simple syrup as the juice has some sugar added.

There’s so much going on here: citrus orange flavors, tart lime juice, sweet, and of course tequila. A bonus ingredient: Cointreau liqueur. Have you had this stuff yet? Besides being a component of several well-known co*cktails it also is drunk as an apéritif and digestif. It’s DELICIOUS.

I am confident that if you mix up a pitcher of these, they would disappear in no time, alongside the chips and salsa, of course. After all, there is nothing better than a salty-sweet margarita and some chips and guacamole/salsa, right?

Whether you’re flying solo on the deck or hanging with friends, they’ll be an instant hit.

Perfect for kick-starting your weekend!!!

Blood Orange Margarita

Oriana Romero

ThisBlood Orange Margarita is a gorgeous and delicious co*cktail perfect for celebrating just about anything. It’s refreshing, sweet, and full of citrusy flavor. If you make this, expect plenty of requests for more.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings 2 margaritas

Ingredients

For two:

▢ 4 oz tequila (I used 100% agave Añejo Patron)
▢ 4 oz blood orange juice (see notes)
▢ 2 oz lime juice
▢ 2 oz Cointreau
▢ 1 ½ oz simple syrup , or to taste

For a crowd:

▢ 2 cups tequila
▢ 2 cups blood orange juice (see notes)
▢ 1 cup lime juice
▢ 1 cup Cointreau
▢ ¾ cup simple syrup , or to taste

To serve:

▢ Ice cubes or crushed ice, to taste
▢ Fresh lime and orange blood wedges, to garnish (optional)
▢ Kosher salt, for rimming the glass (optional)

Instructions

Make 2 co*cktails:

Add tequila, blood orange juice, lime juice, Cointreau, and simple syrup into a co*cktail shaker, or container, and stir well.
Pour over ice in a co*cktail glass. Garnish with fresh lime and/or orange blood wedges, if desired.

Make a Pitcher:

Combine tequila, blood orange juice, lime juice, Cointreau, and simple syrup into a pitcher. Add fresh lime and/or orange blood wedges, if desired. Give it a stir and then place it in the refrigerator to chill. Be sure to prep this at least an hour before serving so that it can get nice and cold in the refrigerator.
When ready to serve, pour over ice in a co*cktail glass.

If you like a salt-rimmed glass:

Pour the kosher salt onto a plate. Moist the rim of a glass with a lime wedge. Dip the rim of the glass into the salt. Fill glass with margarita mixture; repeat for each glass.

For the simple syrup:

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, stir together equal parts of water and sugar, I usually add 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, stirring, until sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature. Store in a covered jar in the refrigerator up to 4 weeks. Use to sweeten any of your favorite drinks.

Oriana's Notes

Blood oranges are in season from December through May, but if you can’t find them, or you want to enjoy this co*cktail when they’re out of season, you can usethis juice. It tastes very good and it’s available all year long, just make sure to reduce the amount of simple syrup as the juice has some sugar added. You can also use regular oranges if you prefer.

Looking for more co*cktail recipes?

Apple Firebeer co*cktail
Watermelon Summer Splash co*cktail
Apple Cranberry Caramel co*cktail
Spicy Salsa Margarita
Green Apple Sangria
Pineapple Michelada
Roasted Cranberry Margarita [Video]

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Nutrition

Calories: 228kcal

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Course Drinks

Cuisine Mexican

Calories 228

Keyword bloodorange co*cktail margarita

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Blood Orange Margarita Recipe (2024)

ThisBlood Orange Margarita is a gorgeous and delicious co*cktail perfect for celebrating just about anything. It’s refreshing, sweet, and full of citrusy flavor. If you make this, expect plenty of requests for more.

Blood Orange Margarita Recipe

Blood Orange Margarita

Ingredients

For two:

For a crowd:

To serve:

Instructions

Make 2 co*cktails:

Make a Pitcher:

If you like a salt-rimmed glass:

For the simple syrup:

Nutrition

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