Jun 09 2026
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Blood Orange Margarita Recipe

Inspired by Thirsty Lion
Time15m
Serves1

Sauza Hacienda Tequila, triple sec, blood orange purée, agave nectar, muddled orange and lime and sweet & sour.

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Ingredients

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Liquors

Fruits

Sweeteners

Mixers

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Rim the edge of a glass with a lime wedge and dip it into salt to coat the rim. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Muddle the Fruits

    In a cocktail shaker, add the muddled orange slice and lime slice. Use a muddler to gently crush the fruit to release the juices.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    To the shaker with the muddled fruit, add the Sauza Hacienda Tequila, Triple Sec, Blood Orange Purée, Agave Nectar, and Sweet & Sour Mix.

  2. 4

    Shake

    Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice. Garnish with a slice of blood orange.

  2. 6

    Enjoy

    Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Blood Orange Margarita!

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