Frozen Margarita Recipe (How to Make the Best) + Video

This Frozen Margarita Recipe, made with Jose Cuervo Gold, is the best frozen margarita recipe you’ll find! No party is complete without this simple, sweet frozen cocktail. It will transport you straight to Margaritaville!

If you’ve ever wondered how to make a frozen margarita, I’ve got a few recipes that you need to try. 

Obviously, this Jose Cuervo margarita is first up — it’s the perfect way to cool off when the weather is hot hot hot!

I’m all about adding extra fresh lime juice and a lime wedge to my glass because it’s perfect for a hot day!

This slushy consistency is perfect for Cinco de Mayo and makes a delicious cocktail recipe. 

Since you only need a handful of ingredients, there’s no reason that you can’t whip up this great drink in a short amount of time.

If you love margaritas, it’s a good idea to make this easy mixed drink. Your taste buds will love the delicious flavor with the perfect consistency! 

Frozen Margarita Recipe

This recipe does not use a frozen margarita mix because I find that they are often too sweet. 

Instead, we get just the right amount of sweetness from our homemade simple syrup.

Recipe Video

To learn how to make a frozen margarita, watch the video in this post!

Next, you can try my Perfectly Peach Margarita made with peach chunks and peach schnapps for a delicious summer drink. 

Or, you will love the depth of flavor in my Strawberry Lime Margarita. 

Prefer a bite to your cocktails? You have to try my Puckered Jalapeno Frozen Margarita!

How to Make a Frozen Margarita

1. Rim the margarita glasses in lime juice, then dip in coarse salt. Set aside.
   
2. Add ingredients and 3 cups of ice to the blender (adjusting to personal preference). Blend together until the mixture becomes a thick slush.
   
3. Pour into rimmed glasses and garnish with a lime slice.
   
4. Serve and enjoy!

Yes, a classic margarita will contain triple sec. This Jose Cuervo margarita contains tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup — and the ice, of course.

You will also need coarse salt and lime juice for rimming your glasses.

Best Frozen Margarita Recipe Tips

This frozen margarita recipe is very easy to follow. But, here are a few simple tips to make the best drink possible:

• Use crushed ice. This makes the job easier on your blender, and you won’t end up with tiny chunks in your drink.
  
• Add liquids first. Then, place the ice on top. Trust me — it just turns out better this way!
  
• Start on low. Once everything starts to combine, slowly increase the speed.
  
• Don’t over-blend! The blades will generate heat inside the blender, causing the ice to melt and resulting in a watery cocktail.
  
• Want to add fruit? Be sure that any fruit is frozen and not fresh. Otherwise, your frozen margarita will be too watery.

Change up the type of tequila for fun as well. You can add coarse sugar to a wet glass rim for perfect margaritas with a sweet taste. And the best part?

You can whip these up for your next party or girls’ night so that everyone can enjoy this refreshing drink! 

The best part about making a real margarita is that it’s a great cocktail that can be made up in a jiffy on a hot summer day.

No matter if you like kosher salt on the rim for a salt rim or just keep the simple ingredients as they are, this classic cocktail is the best! 

How to Rim a Margarita Glass

One of the most important steps when making a Jose Cuervo margarita is rimming the glass! It’s very easy to do with a little bit of preparation.

Step 1: Fill a shallow bowl or rimmed plate with a thin layer of coarse salt.

Step 2: Cut a lime into wedges, then make a shallow slice in the center of the fleshy part. 

Rest the wedge on the rim of the glass and run it all the way around to coat the entire rim in juice.

Step 3: Gently flip the glass and dip it into the coarse salt, until the rim is evenly coated.

For a fun variation, you can color the salt with a drop or two of food coloring! 

Match the color of the salt to your party theme, or coordinate it with the flavor of your frozen margarita recipe. 

If people prefer a sweet rim, then sanding sugar will do the trick.

Frozen Margarita FAQ

Enjoy!
With love, from our simple kitchen to yours. 

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Originally published 4/12/12, updated and republished June 2024

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