Citrus-Infused Tequila Margarita with Orange Bitters

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

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A bright and tangy Margarita enhanced with fresh citrus juices and a dash of orange bitters for complexity. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together blanco tequila, 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 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 190 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz blanco tequila
1 oz fresh lime juice
0.5 oz fresh orange juice
0.5 oz agave syrup
2 dashes orange bitters
for rimming coarse salt
1 cup ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip it into coarse salt to coat evenly; set aside.
Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz blanco tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz fresh orange juice, 0.5 oz agave syrup, and 2 dashes orange bitters.
Step 3: Fill the shaker with 1 cup ice cubes and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled.
Step 4: Strain the cocktail into the prepared rocks glass over fresh ice.
Step 5: Garnish with a thin wheel of lime and a small orange twist for aroma.