Texas Margaritas

Quench your thirst with the zesty and ultra-refreshing Texas Margaritas — a bold twist on the classic margarita that combines bright, citrusy flavors with smooth tequila. This crowd-pleasing cocktail blends silver tequila, freshly squeezed lime and orange juices, and a touch of agave syrup for just the right balance of tangy and sweet. The orange liqueur adds a warm, nuanced sweetness, while a salted rim enhances every sip with a subtly savory kick. Perfect for backyard barbecues, summer soirées, or any time you’re craving a taste of Texas, this margarita is ready in just 10 minutes. Serve it chilled over ice and garnished with fresh lime and orange slices to bring a pop of color to your glass. Whether you're hosting happy hour or relaxing poolside, these Texas Margaritas are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 oz Tequila (silver or blanco)
• 1 oz Fresh lime juice
• 1 oz Orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or Triple Sec)
• 0.5 oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.5 oz Agave syrup
• 2 tbsp Kosher salt or coarse sea salt (for the rim)
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 1 piece Lime wedge (for garnish)
• 1 piece Orange slice (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare your glass by running a lime wedge around the rim to moisten it. Dip the rim into a shallow dish filled with kosher salt or coarse sea salt to coat. Set aside.

Step 2

In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, freshly squeezed orange juice, and agave syrup.

Step 3

Add a generous handful of ice cubes to the shaker and securely place the lid on top.

Step 4

Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to thoroughly chill and mix the ingredients.

Step 5

Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice cubes.

Step 6

Strain the margarita mixture from the shaker into the glass over the ice.

Step 7

Garnish with a lime wedge and an orange slice on the rim for a festive touch.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Texas Margarita!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	435.9 grams (435.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	291

Total Fat 0.10g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 13248mg	576%
Total Carbohydrate 27.20g	10%
Dietary Fiber 0.50g	2%
Total Sugars 23.10g
Protein 0.30g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 12mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 91mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.8%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 98.1%