Spring is on the horizon, but let’s make the most of winter citrus season with the best of the best–blood oranges! Blood oranges are delicious–plus, who can resist that stunning color? And these Blood Orange Margaritas are the perfect way to enjoy the color and flavor of the delightful crimson-fleshed fruit.
As far as cocktails go, these are completely fuss-free. Start by dipping your glass rims in agave, then in raw sugar or salt (dealer’s choice). Then, shake up your blood orange juice, lime juice, tequila, and triple sec with some ice. Pour into your glass, and prepare to enjoy some of the season’s finest flavor!
Feel free to use regular oranges if you’re not able to find blood oranges near you. You can also scale this recipe up as needed: Double it to make two drinks, or mix up a large pitcherful. To keep the pitcher cold without watering down your margaritas, try freezing some of the blood orange juice as ice cubes.
These margaritas make a delicious Valentine’s Day cocktail–and the color couldn’t be more perfect for the occasion, right? Whether you’re enjoying it as a solo treat, with that special someone, or with your Galentines, I know you’ll fall in love with this recipe. Scroll on for the ingredients and instructions!
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This recipe comes from our food contributor, Stephanie Simmons, of Blue Bowl. Her goal with her kitchen-tested recipes is to get you excited about cooking, show you how good food can taste, and prove that you don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to make a good meal.
This post was originally published in February 2023.
- PREP TIME: 10 MINS
- SERVES: 1 (this recipe can be scaled up as needed)
Ingredients
- Agave (for the glass rims)
- Coarse sugar or salt, for the glass rims
- 2.5 ounces blood orange juice (about half of one large blood orange)
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 2 ounces Tequila
- 1 ounce Triple sec
- 1 small blood orange, for garnishing
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary, optional
Directions
Prep:
- Add a little bit of agave to a plate, then dip the rim of your glass in the agave, coating it all the way around.
- Add a little bit of sugar to another plate, then dip the agave rim in the sugar (or salt) to coat.
Make the Cocktail:
- Add ice to a shaker, along with the blood orange juice, lime juice, tequila, and triple sec.
- Shake well, then pour into your prepared glass.
Serve:
Enjoy immediately! Garnish with a slice of blood orange and a sprig of rosemary, if desired.
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