Charcoal-Infused Black Margarita with Smoked Sea Salt Rim

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

A strikingly dark margarita featuring activated charcoal powder and a smoked sea salt rim, delivering a bold twist on the classic cocktail. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together white tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur (triple sec) 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 white tequila
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1 oz orange liqueur (triple sec)
• 1/4 tsp activated charcoal powder
• 1/2 oz agave syrup
• 1 tsp smoked sea salt
• 1 cup ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pour 2 oz white tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz orange liqueur, 1/4 tsp activated charcoal powder, and 1/2 oz agave syrup into a cocktail shaker filled with 1 cup ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and charcoal is fully suspended.
2. Step 2: Spread 1 tsp smoked sea salt on a small plate. Rub the rim of a chilled coupe glass with a lime wedge, then dip the rim into the smoked sea salt to coat evenly.
3. Step 3: Strain the charcoal margarita into the prepared glass. Serve immediately with a lime wheel garnish if desired.