Our best margarita recipes! They include the classic tequila cocktail as well as fruity, spicy, and frozen twists.Try one to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! Jeanine Donofrio Phoebe MoorePublished May 1, 2026 Break out the tequila—let’s make margaritas! These margarita recipes range from the classic combination of tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave to fruity margaritas, frozen margaritas, jalapeño-infused drinks, and more.They’re all refreshing, delicious, and easy to make.With Cinco de Mayo coming up next week, almost everyone where I live in Austin, Texas will be sipping a margarita this weekend.

Often confused with Mexican Independence Day (September 16), Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.In Austin, it feels like a broader celebration of Mexican-American heritage, and margaritas are always part of it.Rather than ordering one out at a restaurant, I like to make one of these easy margarita recipes at home.Join me this weekend—you can whip one up in 15 minutes or less! Our Best Margarita Recipes Classic MargaritaThis 4-ingredient recipe is my take on the classic—perfectly tart and lightly sweet.

As written, this recipe makes a single serving, but you can easily scale it up to make a pitcher of margaritas for a crowd!A few fun variations on this classic cocktail recipe: Skip the sweetener to make a “skinny margarita.” Use reposado tequila and Grand Marnier to make a top-shelf Cadillac ma

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