Fresh blackberries, lime juice, tequila, and orange liqueur come together to create these easy Blackberry Margaritas. This recipe includes both individual and pitcher-size options, making it perfect for everything from weeknight happy hours to summer entertaining. A simple mocktail variation is included so everyone can enjoy this refreshing drink.
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Servings 2servings
Ingredients
For 2 Servings:
3Oz.Clear(Gold, or Brown Tequila (approximately ⅓ Cup))
2Oz.Orange Liqueur(Triple Sec, or Cointreau (approximately ¼ Cup))
2Oz.Fresh Lime Juice(approximately ¼ Cup or 2 Limes)
1TablespoonLight Agave Nectar
⅔CupFresh Blackberries(approximately 3.5 - 4 Oz.)
For Large Batch Serving (makes approximately 8 cups):
18Oz.Clear(Gold, or Brown Tequila (approximately 2 ¼ Cup))
12Oz.Orange Liqueur(Triple Sec, or Cointreau (approximately 1 ½ Cup))
12Oz.Fresh Lime Juice(approximately 1 ½ Cups or 12 Limes)
To a cocktail shaker, add the blackberries and agave nectar and muddle the blackberries to break them down and release the juice.
Add all remaining ingredients and shake well to mix.
Optional: Prepare your serving glasses by brushing the sides of the glasses with a small drop of agave nectar and roll in margarita salt to stick or simply fill the glasses with ice and your desired garnish.
Pour the strained cocktail shaker mixture into a glass over ice. Serve and enjoy!
Batch serving:
Add the blackberries, agave, and lime juice to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the liquid over a large bowl or measuring cup using a fine mesh strainer to remove all pulp and seeds. Discard pulp and seeds. Add the strained blackberry mixture to a large pitcher.
To the pitcher add all remaining cocktail ingredients and stir to mix.
Add ice to the pitcher or pour the cocktail mixture into prepared glasses with optional garnish as desired. Serve and enjoy!
Mocktail Option:
To make this recipe alcohol-free, omit the tequila and replace the Orange Liqueur/Triple Sec/Cointreau with orange juice.
Sweetener Alternatives: If preferred, you can replace the agave nectar with honey.
Notes
Mocktail Option: Omit the tequila and replace the orange liqueur with orange juice for an alcohol-free version.
Large Batch Serving: The pitcher version makes approximately 8 cups and is perfect for parties and summer gatherings.
Sweetener Swap: Honey can be used in place of agave nectar if preferred.
Garnish Ideas: Try fresh blackberries, jalapeño slices, basil, mint, or a salted rim.
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