Passion Fruit Margarita Recipe

Chill a 20 oz serving glass (collins or large rocks glass) in the freezer for a few minutes or fill with ice to cool while preparing the drink.

Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the chilled glass. Dip the rim into coarse salt or Tajín placed on a small plate to create an even rim. Set glass aside.

Build in shaker

Fill a cocktail shaker with a generous handful of ice (enough to chill well). Add 3 oz Sauza Silver tequila, 1 oz triple sec, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz fresh orange juice, 1.5 oz passion fruit purée, and 0.5 oz agave nectar (if using).

Shake

Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is very cold and condensation forms on the outside.

Strain

Discard the ice from the chilled serving glass (if you used ice to chill). Double-strain the cocktail into the prepared 20 oz glass over fresh ice using a Hawthorne strainer and a fine-mesh strainer to remove any seeds or large pulp pieces.

Gently spoon or pour 0.25 oz passion fruit seeds/pulp on top of the drink to create a bright floating layer and intense aroma.

Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge on the rim. Optionally give the garnish a light squeeze over the drink before serving.

Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy.