Best Margarita Recipes

Whether frozen, blended or on the rocks, our margarita recipes are perfect for pairing with Mexican fare or for any festive party.

Classic Margarita
Simple, straightforward and definitely a classic: This margarita recipe is a solid crowd-pleaser.

Agave Margarita
Do you prefer your margarita blended or on the rocks (and with or without salt)? This classic tequila cocktail made with agave syrup can be shaken and strained or whirred into a frozen slush, so there's something for everyone.

Frozen Mango Margarita
Margaritas can be super-sweet, but Ellie Krieger's lighter version swaps most of the sugar for ripe frozen mango. Don't worry, she doesn't skimp on the most-important part — good-quality silver tequila.

Prickly Pear Margaritas
Prickly pears are much sweeter than their spiky appearance would suggest. The cactus fruit is like a mix of watermelon and strawberry, and it pairs perfectly with classic margarita flavors.

Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita
Michael Symon infuses this margarita with a halved jalapeno pepper and thin slices of cucumbers –– the longer it sits, the more its spicy notes and refreshing savory flavor intensify.

Charred Orange Margarita
This margarita's special twist comes from giving the orange a quick char on the grill, and then mixing it with tequila and lemon and lime juices for a tart cocktail.

Frozen Cucumber Margarita
Michael Symon blends a hothouse cucumber and mint leaves into his margarita for their cooling, savory flavors.