Sangria Margaritas Recipe - Wine Margaritas | Dessert for Two (2024)

Sangria margaritas are basically frozen margaritas with wine blended in! Wine margaritas with the prettiest punch of color from sangria ice cubes! Whip up a basic sangria, freeze it, and then add it to theblender when you're making my regular frozen margaritas.

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Happy Cinco de Mayo.

I'm not allowed to make margaritas for my family any more. Apparently, all you have to do to get taken off margarita duty is get grandma drunk one time. Just once!

It's a damn shame, too, because I happen to make the best frozen margaritas. In college, I could keep a tiny apartment packed full of people slurping frozen margs on hot summer nights. Just give me a blender and a bottle of tequila, and I'm your bartender. Thank God we don't drink the cheap tequila anymore, though. The stuff in the plastic jug was brutal back then.

So, back to drunk grandma. The reason things got a little sloppy isbecause of a simple mistake: I left out the cup of ice from the recipe. Don't do that! Don't be like me.

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It's been a while since I've had the courage to make my famous frozen margaritas again. I'm so glad I could whip them up for this happiest of holidays: Cinco de Drinko! I mean, Mayo. Drinko de Mayo. No, it's Cinco de Mayo. I'm almost positive.

You're going to love this frozen margarita recipe. It couldn't be easier! I swiped the recipe from my Godparents years ago, and I haven't been tempted to try another recipe. It's THAT good.

Are you ready for the recipe? Ok, here goes; sip my watermelon margaritas while you read this, of course.

Easy Frozen Margarita Recipe:

You know those cans of frozen limeade concentrate? Yeah. Grab one. After you empty it into the blender, fill up the empty can half way with tequila. Fill up the rest of the can with triple sec. THEN FILL UP THE CAN WITH ICE. I swear, don't forget the ice. Blend, blend, blend. Rim a glass with salt, and pour.

So, for these fancy pants sangria swirl frozen margaritas, I sacrified1 cup of fruity red wine to make wine ice cubes. It's totally optional. But, wait, when in life are pink drinks optional? Never. Good answer.

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Sangria Margaritas

Sangria margaritas are actually the same frozen margaritas recipe from above, but with the addition of frozen sangria cubes! It takes a bit of planning and prep work before the party, but during the party, it couldn't be easier!

The sangria ice cubes are super simple to make: just stir together a fruity red wine, the orange liquor, lime and orange juice. Pour this mixture into an ice tray and freeze! Yes, you can absolutely make this a few days ahead of time. Make sure your ice cube tray has a lid; you don't want the mixture to start picking up odd flavors from the freezer.

These are the ice cube trays I use, and I cover them tightly with 2 layers of plastic wrap overnight.

While you're blending up your frozen margaritas, drop in a few frozen cubes of sangria! Or, if you're desperate for the pretty swirl of the two mixtures in my photos, blend the margarita mixture separate from the sangria mixture. Layer the two in a glass and stir lightly with a straw just before serving.

Wine Margaritas

I love to make these fruity sangria margaritas, because wine goes so well in a margarita! Speaking of these wine margaritas, have you seen my peach wine slushies? I also have a plain mixed berrywine slushy, too! One of the secret reasons I like to use wine in margaritas is because it has less alcohol than other liquors, and it's much more approachable.

Wine margaritas would be so fun for girls night! Next time I have my girlfriends over to watch a show that we will not name for you (cough, Bachelor, cough), I have a plan! I think it would be so fun to make white wine sangria ice cubes and the traditional red wine sangria ice cubes. The frozen margarita portion would stay the same, but my girlfriends could chose the type of wine margaritas.

Enjoy, y'all! Have a safe and happy Cinco de Mayo! You might like my peach jalapeño margaritas, also!

Yield: 2

Sangria Swirled Frozen Margaritas

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makes 2 drinks

Prep Time5 minutes

Total Time5 minutes

Ingredients

For the sangria swirl:

  • 1 cup red wine, frozen in ice cube tray
  • 2 tablespoons triple sec (orange liquor)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • juice of half an orange

For the regular frozen margarita:

  • 6 ounces frozen limeade concentrate
  • 2 shots tequila
  • 1 shot triple sec
  • 1 cup ice

Instructions

  1. First, dip two margarita glasses in water or lime juice, and rim the edges with salt or sugar (your choice).
  2. Next, puree the frozen red wine cubes with the triple sec, lime juice, and orange juice. Pour into a small glass and have ready on the side.
  3. Add the limeade concentrate (not defrosted), tequila, triple sec and ice to a blender. Puree until slushy.
  4. Divide the margarita mixture between two glasses, and swirl in the sangria mixture.

Notes

*It would be super easy to double this recipe and use a whole can of frozen limeade concentrate and make 4 drinks. Party!

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

2

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 421Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 82mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 1gSugar: 40gProtein: 1g

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FAQs

What is sangria margarita made of? ›

A fruity blend of sweet red wine, lime juice, and tequila.

What are the basic ingredients for sangria? ›

Mix red wine, brandy, triple sec, lemonade concentrate, orange juice, lemon juice, and sugar together in a bowl. Add orange, lemon and lime slices, and maraschino cherries. Serve immediately over ice, or refrigerate 8 hours to overnight for best flavor. For a fizzy sangria, add club soda just before serving.

What is the secret ingredient in margaritas? ›

The Secret Is in the Juice

Fresh-squeezed juice from an actual orange (not an orange-flavored liqueur) will produce a cleaner-tasting, more refreshing margarita.

What is a good substitute for triple sec in sangria? ›

If you don't have triple sec handy, you can substitute with another good-quality orange liqueur like Grand Marnier or Cointreau. For a non-alcoholic substitute you can add fresh orange juice, or agave nectar/simple syrup, to add a touch of sweetness.

What is the difference between Grand Marnier and Cointreau sangria? ›

The big difference when it comes to Grand Marnier vs. Cointreau is in the way they taste and how they influence the flavor profile of co*cktails. Much of this can be traced back to the way they are made. Cointreau is the result of sugar beet alcohol while Grand Marnier relies on cognac and bitter oranges.

What to drink after a tequila shot? ›

One key thing to remember when consuming tequila is to stay hydrated. Be sure to drink plenty of water before, during, and after tequila to keep your body from dehydrating. Avoid mixing tequila with other types of alcohol, as this increases the risk of developing a severe hangover.

What is the meaning of Sangretta? ›

Sangrita (meaning "little blood"), is a Mexican non-alcoholic drink often served with tequila – customarily a shot of tequila blanco. Its origin dates back to the 1920s. Sangrita. Type. Drink.

Where is Sangrita from? ›

Sangrita (the name means “l*ttle blood”) is a drink that is said to have originated in 1920s Guadalajara, when people saved the leftover juices from pico de gallo to enjoy as a digestif with their tequila.

What kind of wine is best for sangria? ›

The best wine for sangria is Garnacha (also called Grenache) or Pinot Noir. Garnacha comes from Spain, so it's my top pick for authentic Spanish sangria! Choose an inexpensive wine (under $20) that you would enjoy on its own. Why Garnacha and Pinot Noir?

What is traditional sangria made of? ›

Spanish Sangria Ingredients

If you ask bartenders here in Spain how to make sangria, they will be the first to tell you that — technically — there is no standard way to make sangria. It's really just a wine punch made with seasonal fruit, sweetener, a good splash of brandy, and possibly something fizzy added in.

How much alcohol is usually in sangria? ›

EU law says bottles from Spain are limited by law to less than 12% alcohol by volume (ABV). Bottles produced in the U.S. usually have between 5% and 15%. Sangria made with red wine is usually stronger than white wine punches.

Why do you put triple sec in margaritas? ›

Traditionally, orange has always been a classic pairing for any agave-based spirit, providing a sweeter complement without overpowering the notes of the agave. In Margaritas, the inclusion of triple sec provides a luscious, warm citric note that counterbalances the lime juice's high acidity.

Why is it called a dirty margarita? ›

The dirty margarita takes its inspiration from the dirty martini, a classic libation made with strong liquor and a splash of a little something not-so-clear. We swap olive juice for jalapeno brine, making this a drink that packs the heat–and a punch.

What to add to margarita mix to make it better? ›

Adding fruit like mango can add a lot more flavor to your margaritas. While a classic margarita with lime is certainly tasty, adding other fruits can kick your drinks up a notch. Simply blend diced mango chunks along with the rest of your margarita ingredients, then pour into a glass of ice.

What is alcoholic sangria made of? ›

Red sangria is made with red wine, and white sangria with white wine. There are several regional variations of sangria, so ingredients vary. In addition to wine, traditional sangria may contain: Fruit juice, typically such as orange juice.

What is Mexican sangria made of? ›

What is Mexican Sangria? Typically, Sangria is a combination of red wine, brandy, chopped fruit, and a sweetener. The sweetener is often sugar, orange juice, syrup, or honey, while fruits usually include melon, grape, peach, apple, orange, and mango.

What is in Rita Chili's sangria? ›

A refreshing house frozen margarita swirled with sangria featuring Grand Marnier®, 14 Hands® Merlot and blackberry syrup. YUM! It's just $5 beginning June 1st at all participating Chili's locations. Cheers to summer!

What is a dirty margarita made of? ›

Combine tequila, olive juice, lime juice, triple sec, simple syrup, and bitters in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into the glass over ice cubes. Garnish with olives and onions.

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