Strawberry Mango Margarita
A refreshing and fruity cocktail that blends strawberries and mango with tequila for a perfect summer drink.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced Use ripe, fragrant strawberries for best flavor.
- 1 cup fresh mango, peeled and diced Pick Ataulfo or Tommy Atkins mangoes for sweetness.
Cocktail Ingredients
- 2 ounces tequila Use silver or blanco tequila for a clean flavor.
- 1 ounce triple sec Cointreau or Grand Marnier can be substituted.
- 1 ounce lime juice Fresh-squeezed lime juice is essential.
- 1 to 1.5 cups Ice Adjust for thickness.
- Salt or sugar for rimming the glass (optional) Coarse salt for classic; superfine sugar for sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Hull and slice the strawberries and peel and dice the mango so they blend evenly. If you like a chilled glass, place it in the freezer for 10 minutes while you prep.
Blending
- In a blender, add the strawberries, mango, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and a handful of ice. Blend on high until completely smooth.
Rimming glass (optional)
- Rub a lime wedge around the glass lip and dip it into salt or sugar.
Serving
- Pour the blended margarita into the prepared glass and garnish with a thin slice of strawberry or a mango fan.
Final Steps
- Serve immediately to enjoy at its brightest and most refreshing.
Notes
For long-term storage, freeze the mixture in an airtight container. Thaw in the fridge for a few hours before re-blending with fresh ice.