Margarita Pitcher Recipe | How to Make a Classic Margarita (2024)

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Maybe you are about to have your girlfriends, family, or a few couples over? If so, get the beer on ice, the apps ready and of course make Classic Margarita's by the pitcher! This classic margarita recipe a reader favorite and guaranteed to make your evening a fun one!

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To me, icy-cold Margaritas are one of the most fun co*cktails to enjoy at restaurants and at home. I like margaritas on the rocks as well as frozen. Nothing beats a classic, deliciously refreshing Margarita.

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How to make Classic Margarita's by the pitcher

  • It all starts with the tequila. Don’t skimp, the better the tequila, the better your homemade margarita recipe. After all the tequila takes center stage in the drink, right?
  • It's just so simple to make margaritas, add all ingredients to your pitcher and stir. That's it!
  • Make these in the moment or make ahead of time and chill.

This is a Classic Margarita co*cktail recipe, which is the perfect co*cktail to make for everything from celebrating Cinco de Mayo, to backyard BBQ’s to simply hanging outside on a weekend night with your friends or your love.

Making Classic Margarita’s By The Pitcher is easy on the host and the guests.

A pitcher of Margaritas is ready to go for an easy party drink recipe! All you or your guest need to do is add ice to your glasses and pour!

Not all co*cktails are created equal. Some are fussy and need to be made by the glass. So when you are planning your next gathering, big or small, get your pitchers out ready and make sure you have plenty of Tequila on-hand.

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Did you know that more tequila is consumed on Cinco de Mayo than any other day of the year?

If you are ready to get your Cinco de Mayo on, planning a Mexican Fiesta or just love Mexican food, check out some of my popular recipes with a Mexican flair. They will be the perfect thing to accompany this margarita pitcher recipe:

I worked on both of these Enchilada recipes until I deemed them the BEST, I'll wager they are better than most places you may have had them out (in the U.S. anyway). So check out these Beef Enchiladas and White Chicken Enchiladas and let me know what you think.

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Since I am not a Registered Dietitian or Nutritionist, I use a WordPress plug-in to calculate the nutritional information provided in the recipe card.

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Classic Margarita's By The Pitcher

Colleen Kennedy

Icy-cold classic Margaritas by the pitcher - a fun co*cktail to enjoy for a party.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course co*cktail

Servings 6 servings

Calories 285 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups tequila used Sauza® Signature Blue Silver Tequila
  • 1 cup lime juice
  • ½ cup DeKuyper® Triple Sec Liquor
  • ½ cup simple syrup
  • Salt for rimming coarse salt or lime salt
  • Lime wheels for garnish

Instructions

  • Add ingredients to your pitcher and stir.

  • Pour salt onto a small plate.

  • Rim glasses with salt by wetting the rim with water then dipping them into the salt.

  • Fill glasses with ice, garnish with a lime wedge and fill to the rim with your Margaritas.

  • Simple syrup is made by combining equal parts water and sugar and heating it in a small pot until sugar is fully dissolved.

  • Allow your simple syrup to fully cool, then store in sealed jars in your refrigerator until ready to use. Keeps well stored in your refrigerator for 1 month.

Notes

I like to have a bottle of Chambord on-hand when I make these by the pitcher for anyone who enjoys a delicious raspberry flavor to the Classic Margarita. Simply add a shot of Chambord to the glass before pouring in the Margarita. stir and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 6servingsCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 19mgPotassium: 72mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg

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  1. helen says

    there's NO simple syrup in a margarita! what is this?

    thanks anyway, I'll keep looking

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  2. Dorothy says

    If I wanted to add the Chambord to the pitcher instead of the glass, do you think it would turn out ok? I just something easier to serve for a party. If so how much? Thanks!

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    • Colleen says

      Sure it would. Just add to your taste.SO for this, I would add 3/4 cup and go up from there if you wish. Sorry for the delay, we were away for vacation.

      Reply

  3. Amber says

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    Very good!! It doesn’t make a pitcher though.

    Reply

Margarita Pitcher Recipe | How to Make a Classic Margarita (2024)

FAQs

What is the formula for a margarita? ›

4 parts tequila (look for 100% blue agave tequila — blanco, silver, or reposado) 3 parts Cointreau (or your preferred orange liqueur) 2 parts fresh lime juice.

What is a classic margarita made of? ›

1 1/2 ounces silver tequila. 1 ounce orange liqueur (Cointreau, Grand Marnier or Triple Sec) 3/4 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice. optional sweetener: agave nectar or simple syrup, to taste.

What is the secret ingredient in margaritas? ›

The secret to the perfect margarita, we discovered, is to skip Cointreau/orange liqueur altogether and replace it with freshly squeezed orange juice. The difference is remarkable.

How many margaritas are in a pitcher? ›

He adds agave syrup to the holy trinity of tequila, lime juice and Cointreau for a dash of sweetness and scales up the ratios into a large batch that fits snugly into a 52-ounce pitcher. This recipe serves 12 people, but you can tweak the portions as needed and employ a larger pitcher to accommodate more drinks.

What is the ratio of margarita mix to tequila? ›

An easy way to remember how to mix a classic margarita is to memorize the ratio 3-2-1: three parts tequila, two parts good triple sec (like Luxardo Triplum, Cointreau, or Combier), and one part lime juice. Serve it on the rocks with salt, as pictured, or serve it up in a chilled glass.

What is the ratio of alcohol in a margarita? ›

The traditional margarita recipe is made with a ratio of 2:1:1, which means: 2 parts tequila or 2 oz. 1 part triple sec or 1 oz. 1 part lime juice or 1 oz.

Why do you need triple sec for margaritas? ›

Traditionally, orange has always been a classic pairing for any agave-based spirit, providing a sweeter complement without overpowering the notes of the agave. In Margaritas, the inclusion of triple sec provides a luscious, warm citric note that counterbalances the lime juice's high acidity.

What is a substitute for triple sec in a margarita? ›

If you don't have triple sec handy, you can substitute with another good-quality orange liqueur like Grand Marnier or Cointreau. For a non-alcoholic substitute you can add fresh orange juice, or agave nectar/simple syrup, to add a touch of sweetness.

What to add to margarita mix to make it better? ›

Adding fruit like mango can add a lot more flavor to your margaritas. While a classic margarita with lime is certainly tasty, adding other fruits can kick your drinks up a notch. Simply blend diced mango chunks along with the rest of your margarita ingredients, then pour into a glass of ice.

Why is it called a dirty margarita? ›

The dirty margarita takes its inspiration from the dirty martini, a classic libation made with strong liquor and a splash of a little something not-so-clear. We swap olive juice for jalapeno brine, making this a drink that packs the heat–and a punch.

What is the best tequila for margaritas? ›

“Blanco is a little brighter and goes better with the fresh lime and everything else. It really is the best to use in a margarita. Reposado are better in paloma and more sophisticated co*cktails,” he says. Thomas prefers a Tommy's margarita which excludes orange.

Is Cointreau or triple sec better? ›

In conclusion, whether you prefer Cointreau or triple sec, both orange liqueurs offer their own unique taste profiles that can be used in a variety of co*cktails. While Cointreau is a premium option with a higher price point and ABV, triple sec is a more affordable and sweeter alternative.

How many shots of tequila are in a margarita? ›

This may be considered a Classic Margarita, but a real Mexican Margarita is simple: 2 shots tequila, 2 shots Cointreau, and 1 shot fresh lime juice. Put them in a blender with plenty of ice, and pour them into glasses rimmed with salt, or if you prefer, without the salt.

How much alcohol goes into a pitcher? ›

When it came to drinks, many were keen to know if the famous co*cktail pitchers were really good value for money. Responding, the Reddit user broke down the costs, explaining: “Pitcher contains 4 shots of alcohol, a glass contains 2 shots.

Do Margaritas use triple sec or Cointreau? ›

Triple sec is the more approachable version when it comes to price point, so it's good to use if you want to keep costs low,” he said. “But Cointreau is worth the investment as it has a roundness that helps in building co*cktails and stands up to more flavors for great Margaritas and more.”

Why do you put triple sec in Margaritas? ›

Traditionally, orange has always been a classic pairing for any agave-based spirit, providing a sweeter complement without overpowering the notes of the agave. In Margaritas, the inclusion of triple sec provides a luscious, warm citric note that counterbalances the lime juice's high acidity.

What is margarita mix made of? ›

What's in Margarita Mix? Homemade Margarita Mix is a blend of lime juice, sugar, salt, Cointreau, and, optionally, citric acid. The syrup base is similar to a lime cordial, as the lime and sugar are heated with no additional water, making for a concentrated lime flavor.

How many limes for 1 cup of juice? ›

An average lime yields 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice. To make a cup of fresh lime juice, you would need 8 limes.

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