Cucumber Basil Margarita with Fresh Lime and Agave

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

A crisp and herbaceous margarita combining muddled cucumber and fresh basil with classic lime and agave sweetness. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 8 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 180 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)
• 3/4 oz agave syrup
• 4 cucumber slices
• 5 fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1, for garnish lime wheel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 4 cucumber slices and 5 fresh basil leaves gently until releasing aroma but not pulverized.
2. Step 2: Add 2 oz white tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz orange liqueur, 3/4 oz agave syrup, and 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled and mixed.
3. Step 3: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip it into 1 tsp kosher salt to coat. Fill the glass with fresh ice.
4. Step 4: Strain the margarita into the prepared glass. Garnish with 1 lime wheel and a small basil leaf for freshness.