Fresh or frozen blueberries?

Fresh blueberries are ideal for the best flavor and texture. However, frozen blueberries can work in a pinch, but they will need to be thawed and may dilute the drink slightly.

Do I need to muddle the blueberries?

Yes, muddling the blueberries releases their juices and intensifies the flavor.

What type of tequila should I use?

A silver or blanco tequila is the most common choice for margaritas, including the blueberry version. It offers a clean and crisp base that allows the blueberry flavor to shine.

Can I use a different type of sweetener?

Yes! Simple syrup, agave nectar, or even honey can be used to sweeten your margarita to taste.

What can I add for a citrusy kick?

A splash of fresh lime juice will add a classic margarita element alongside the blueberry sweetness. You can also use a lime wedge for rimming the glass.

What's the best way to rim the glass for a blueberry margarita?

For a unique touch, rim the glass with a sugar rim. For a festive twist, use a Tajin rim (chili-lime powder blend) for a sweet and spicy contrast.

What's a fun way to garnish a blueberry margarita?

Fresh blueberries make a perfect and thematic garnish! A sprig of mint or a lime wedge also add a refreshing touch.

Move Over, Classic Margarita! This Blueberry Version is the Summer Drink You Crave

Fresh Blueberry Margarita

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Calling all berry lovers! This blueberry margarita recipe combines fresh berries with classic margarita ingredients for a refreshingly sweet and tart cocktail bursting with flavor. Impress your guests with this unique twist!

Author: Sonja Overhiser
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 drink 1x
Category: Drink
Method: Shaken
Cuisine: Cocktails
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1/4 cup fresh blueberries, plus more for the garnish
1 ½ ounces* tequila blanco or reposado
1 ounce Cointreau (or Triple Sec)
½ ounce lime juice
1/2 ounce simple syrup or agave syrup**
Kosher salt, for the rim (optional)
Ice, for serving (try clear ice)

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Instructions

Cut a notch in a lime wedge, then run the lime around the rim of a glass. Dip the edge of the rim into a plate of salt (or for a festive look, use Margarita Salt).
Place the blueberries in the bottom of a cocktail shaker, and muddle them until fully mashed. Add the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker and fill it with ice. Shake until cold.
Strain the margarita into the glass with the salted rim. Fill the glass with ice and garnish with a lime wedge and extra blueberries.
Margarita pitcher variation: Mash 2 cups blueberries, then strain the juice into a pitcher. Add 1 1/2 cups tequila, 1 cup Triple Sec, ½ cup lime juice. and 1/2 ounce simple syrup. Add 3 handfuls of ice and stir until cold. Pour into glasses and serve.

Notes

*To convert to tablespoons, 1 ounce = 2 tablespoons

**Maple syrup also works as a natural sweetener for margaritas; it adds a nuanced sweetness without tasting like maple.

Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/blueberry-margarita/