Blood Orange Cinnamon Margarita with Smoked Sea Salt Rim
This margarita blends the bittersweet tang of blood orange with warm cinnamon and a smoky salt rim for a vibrant, cold-weather twist. This mexican-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 20 minutes brings together tequila blanco, fresh blood orange juice, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila blanco
- 1 oz fresh blood orange juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz cinnamon simple syrup
- 1 tsp smoked sea salt
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 slice blood orange slice
Instructions
- Step 1: Rim a chilled rocks glass with 1 tsp smoked sea salt by moistening the rim with a blood orange slice and dipping it into the salt; set aside.
- Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz fresh blood orange juice, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz cinnamon simple syrup (made by simmering equal parts water and sugar with 1 cinnamon stick for 10 minutes, then cooled).
- Step 3: Add 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker, cover, and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and slightly frosted.
- Step 4: Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over fresh ice and garnish with a blood orange slice on the rim.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Blood Orange Cinnamon Margarita with Smoked Sea Salt Rim take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Blood Orange Cinnamon Margarita with Smoked Sea Salt Rim?
Refrigerate any leftover blood orange cinnamon margarita with smoked sea salt rim in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Blood Orange Cinnamon Margarita with Smoked Sea Salt Rim?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Blood Orange Cinnamon Margarita with Smoked Sea Salt Rim for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Blood Orange Cinnamon Margarita with Smoked Sea Salt Rim?
Mexican cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
