Frozen Berry Margarita Recipe

This frozen berry margarita is fruity, slushy, and so simple to make. A go-to cocktail for warm weather and weekend vibes!

Course Drinks/Cocktails

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1

Total Time 6

Servings servings

Calories 1145kcal

Author Savory Thoughts

Equipment

High Quality Blender
Margarita Glass

Ingredients

2 ½ cups frozen mixed berries
4 oz silver tequila or white tequila
4 oz triple sec
Juice of ½ lime plus more for rimming the glass
¼ maple syrup; you can also use honey if you don't have maple syrup
½ cup crushed ice
sugar for the rim
¼ cup club soda; more if needed
lime wheels and mint for garnish

Instructions

Rim your glass: Rub a lime wedge around the edge and dip the glass into sugar. Set aside.
Blend it up: In a blender, combine frozen berries, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
Taste and adjust: Want it sweeter? Add more sugar. Too thick? Add a splash of club soda.
Pour and garnish: Pour into your rimmed glass, top with a splash of club soda if you’d like, and garnish with a lime wheel and mint leaves.

Notes

*** Calories are estimated per serving.

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Tips for the Best Frozen Berry Margarita

Use a high-powered blender. Frozen berries can be tough to break down. A good blender makes sure your drink is smooth, not chunky.
Adjust sweetness to taste. Frozen berries vary in sweetness depending on the mix. Taste after blending and tweak if needed.
No triple sec? You can swap in orange juice with a splash of simple syrup or agave.
Want to make it a mocktail? Skip the tequila and triple sec and blend the berries with lime juice, a bit of honey, and club soda. Still delicious!

How to Store Leftovers (If That Ever Happens…)

Let’s be real—this drink rarely lasts long enough to have leftovers. But if you make a big batch and have some left:

Store in the freezer: Pour any leftovers into a freezer-safe container with a lid. When you’re ready for round two, let it sit at room temp for 10–15 minutes, then re-blend or stir to refresh.
Re-blend to revive: Add a little splash of water or club soda to help it loosen up before re-blending.

What to Serve with Frozen Berry Margaritas

Pairing this drink is actually fun because it works with both sweet and savory bites. Here are my go-to combos:

Chips and guac or fried plantains – Always a win. The salty crunch + creamy avocado is perfect with the fruity drink.
Grilled shrimp or chicken tacos – The margarita cuts through spice and adds a fruity note.
Cheesecake bites or lemon bars – If you’re going the dessert route, something creamy or citrusy makes a great partner.
Spicy salsa or fruit salsa – The sweet berries balance any heat.

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