Citrus-Infused Margarita with Agave and Sea Salt Rim

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-01 · Updated 2026-08-01

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A tangy and smooth margarita cocktail combining fresh lime and orange juices with tequila and agave syrup, served with a sea salt rim. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together tequila blanco, fresh lime juice, fresh orange 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 210 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz tequila blanco
1 oz fresh lime juice
0.5 oz fresh orange juice
0.75 oz agave syrup
for rimming sea salt
1 cup ice cubes
1 lime wheel

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Instructions

Step 1: Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge and dip it into a small plate of sea salt to coat the edge evenly. Set aside.
Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup ice cubes, then pour in 2 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz fresh orange juice, and 0.75 oz agave syrup.
Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
Step 4: Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 5: Garnish with 1 lime wheel on the rim and serve immediately.