Best 2 Pitcher Perfect Margaritas Recipes

PERFECT MARGARITAS

Perfect Margaritas image

Before serving this classic Mexican cocktail, be sure to add a salt rim to your glass - but switch things up! We're sharing three flavored salts, so you can choose your favorite or try them all.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories beverage

Time 25m

Yield 6 margaritas

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

Lime wedges, for the glasses and garnish
Coarse salt or flavored salt, for the glasses (recipe follows)
12 ounces silver tequila
6 ounces fresh lime juice
3 ounces orange liqueur (such as Cointreau)
3 tablespoons superfine sugar
3 oranges
1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
Kosher salt
4 limes
Kosher salt
Large pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers
3 tablespoons kosher salt

Steps:

Moisten the rim of 6 rocks glasses with a lime wedge or water, then dip each glass in coarse salt.
In a pitcher, combine the tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur and sugar and stir until the sugar dissolves. Add ice just before serving. Divide among the prepared glasses.
Grate the orange zest onto a microwave-safe paper towel-lined plate. Microwave until the zest is dry, tossing every 30 seconds, about 1 1/2 minutes.
Transfer the dried zest to a spice grinder along with the smoked paprika and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Process until combined, then mix with 1 1/2 tablespoons more kosher salt.
Grate the lime zest onto a microwave-safe paper towel-lined plate. Microwave until the zest is dry, tossing every 30 seconds, about 1 1/2 minutes.
Transfer the dried zest to a spice grinder along with 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Process until combined, then mix with the cayenne, sugar and 1 more tablespoon salt.
Using a spice grinder, process the hibiscus flowers until powdery, then mix with the kosher salt.

PITCHER PERFECT MARGARITAS

Pitcher Perfect Margaritas image

After tweaking with several other margarita recipes, I finally found a way to get that 'real' margarita taste in a pitcher size for parties.

Provided by TATTOOMAMA

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups tequila
1 cup triple sec
¾ cup fresh lime juice
¾ cup sweetened lime juice
3 cups ice
kosher salt
8 lime wedges

Steps:

Combine the tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, sweetened lime juice, and ice in a large pitcher; stir.
Pour the kosher salt onto a plate. Rub the rim of a glass with a lime wedge. Dip the rim of the glass into the salt; fill glass with margarita mixture; repeat for each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 5.5 mg, Sugar 22.2 g

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: Fresh limes, oranges, and lemons will give your margaritas the best flavor. Avoid using bottled or pre-made juices, as they will not taste as good.
Chill your ingredients: Chilling your ingredients will help to create a smooth and refreshing margarita. Be sure to chill your tequila, lime juice, orange juice, and lemon juice before making your margaritas.
Use a good quality tequila: The quality of your tequila will have a big impact on the taste of your margaritas. Choose a tequila that is made from 100% agave and that has a smooth, clean flavor.
Don't overmix your margaritas: Overmixing your margaritas will make them watery and dilute the flavor. Shake or stir your margaritas just until the ingredients are combined.
Serve your margaritas immediately: Margaritas are best enjoyed fresh. Serve them immediately after making them.

Conclusion:

Making margaritas at home is easy and fun. With a few simple ingredients, you can create delicious and refreshing margaritas that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are hosting a party or just want to enjoy a margarita on a hot summer day, these recipes will help you make the perfect margarita.