Blue Margarita
The Blue Margarita, also known as the Blue Lagoon Margarita, is a colorful twist on the classic Margarita. It's made vibrant with the addition of blue curaçao, which also adds a subtle orange flavor to the tangy and sweet lime base.
Equipment
- Margarita glass
- Shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Citrus Juicer (optional)
- Knife and cutting board (for lime)
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila 60 ml
- 1 oz Blue Curaçao 30 ml
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice 30 ml
- 1/2 oz Triple Sec 15 ml
- 1 cup Ice 240 ml or 236.58 grams
- Salt for rimming the glass
- Lime wheel or wedge, for garnish
Instructions
- Rub the rim of a chilled margarita glass with a lime wedge and dip in salt to coat the rim.
- Fill a shaker with ice and add the tequila, blue curaçao, fresh lime juice, and triple sec.
- Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge.
Notes
For a sweeter Blue Margarita, you can add a splash of simple syrup. Adjust the amount of blue curaçao if you prefer a lighter or deeper blue color. Always use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.