Spiced Tequila and Blood Orange Margarita
A vibrant margarita highlighting spiced tequila and tart blood orange juice with a touch of agave and a chili-salt rim for a subtle heat. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 8 minutes brings together reposado tequila, 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 200 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 reposado tequila
- 1 oz fresh blood orange juice
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz agave nectar
- 0.5 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau)
- for rim chili powder
- for rim sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: On a small plate, combine 1/2 tsp chili powder and 1/2 tsp sea salt. Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge and dip into the chili-salt mixture to coat evenly; set the glass aside.
- Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz reposado tequila, 1 oz fresh blood orange juice, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz agave nectar, and 0.5 oz orange liqueur.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 4: Strain into the prepared rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Garnish with a thin blood orange wheel placed on the rim, slightly overlapping the chili-salt.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Tequila and Blood Orange Margarita take to make?
Total time is about 8 minutes (8 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Spiced Tequila and Blood Orange Margarita?
Refrigerate any leftover spiced tequila and blood orange margarita 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 Spiced Tequila and Blood Orange Margarita?
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 Spiced Tequila and Blood Orange Margarita 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 Spiced Tequila and Blood Orange Margarita?
Cocktails 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.
