Even though Texas has some of the best Mexican food in the country, we’re here for the margaritas. Check out these outside-the-box drinks that use everything from homemade strawberry- and jalapeño-infused tequila to red wine! Shake, blend, and stir your way through these colorful margarita recipes.
Charred Citrus and Jalapeño Margarita
Smoky, sweet, spicy, and sassy. In this Texas-style marg from Muy Bueno, grilled limes are muddled with jalapeño and then shaken with tequila, tangy citrus juices, and sweet orange liqueur. Strain over ice and topped with sugar-caramelized clementine slices for a truly special sip!
Prickly Pear Margarita
This recipe from Boudro’s Texas Bistro, a mainstay on San Antonio’s iconic River Walk, will amplify your cocktail game three-fold, with prickly pear cactus juice, an irresistibly vibrant magenta hue, and a powerful punch! Whip up a batch and take it poolside to make any day a special occasion.
Texas Margarita Mimosa
We think this sparkling spin on a fruity margarita from H-E-B makes it more than acceptable to start sipping in the morning! The Tres Agaves Margarita Mix is combined with freshly squeezed orange juice and pomegranate-flavored grenadine to create an all-day cocktail that’s as refreshing to the palate as it is appealing to the eye.
Piña Rita
This vacation in a glass will get you ready for summertime and tan lines! Pineapple juice is the star of this tropical margarita from State Fare in Houston. Top this drink with an orchid and a paper umbrella for true island vibes.
Strawberry-Jalapeño Margarita
Savor strawberry season while you can! Get your hands on some season-ripe strawberries to make your own strawberry- and jalapeño-infused tequila for this sweet and spicy marg from Cibolo Moon in San Antonio. For maximum flavor, infuse your tequila a couple of days in advance.
Avocado Margarita
This delicious margarita originally created by El Burro in Austin uses an unusual ingredient to achieve its creamy texture: avocado! Creating a buttery consistency, the avocado also tones down the sharpness of the margarita, making this drink as refreshing as a smoothie!
The Malberita
Calling all wine lovers! This sangria-esque cocktail combines two of our favorite things: a good glass of red wine and a margarita. The dark red fruit of the Malbec contrasts well with the Don Nacho Silver Tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice in this berry-hued beverage that was a star item at the former Tango & Malbec in Houston.
La Bonita Margarita
This premium margarita is made with only the best of the best! Would you expect anything less from Blanca Aldaco, La Maestra of Aldacos’s in San Antonio? Tequila, Cointreau, Grand Marnier, and fresh lime juice go into this top-notch drink that’ll make you wonder how you ever made a margarita any other way.
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