Limoncello Margarita
This Limoncello Margarita is bright, citrusy, and perfectly balanced with blanco tequila, sweet limoncello, fresh lemon and lime juice, and just a touch of simple syrup. It’s an easy, refreshing twist on a classic margarita that comes together in minutes.5
Calories: 241kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces blanco tequila
- 1 ounce limoncello
- ½ ounce simple syrup
- Juice of ½ large lemon
- Juice of ½ lime
- Ice
For the Rim (optional)
- Granulated sugar or kosher salt
- Lemon or lime wedge
Instructions
- If using a sugar or salt rim, run a lemon or lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip the rim into a shallow dish of sugar or salt.
- Fill the prepared glass with ice and set aside.
- Add the tequila, limoncello, simple syrup, lemon juice, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, or until well chilled.
- Strain into the prepared glass and garnish with a lemon or lime wedge, if desired.
Notes
To Make a Pitcher (8 Margaritas)
Combine 12 ounces blanco tequila, 8 ounces limoncello, 4 ounces simple syrup, the juice of 4 large lemons, and the juice of 4 limes in a pitcher. Stir well and refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice in sugar- or salt-rimmed glasses.Nutrition
Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 9mg | Sugar: 21g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg