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Virgin Margarita

A refreshing alcohol-free twist on the classic margarita with bright citrus flavor. This mocktail delivers the same tangy and sweet balance without the tequila.

4.5
5 min
🍴2 servings
🔥120 cal
🔖Easy
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A zesty lime and orange mocktail with a salted rim that tastes just like the real thing.

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Nutrition per serving

120Calories
1gProtein
30gCarbs
0gFat
1gFiber

Ingredients

2servings

base

sweetener

flavor

garnish

serving

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Instructions

1

Prepare the Glass

Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass. Pour coarse salt onto a flat plate and dip the rim into the salt to coat it evenly. Fill the glasses with ice cubes and set aside.

2

Mix the Citrus Base

In a cocktail shaker, combine the fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice, simple syrup, and orange zest. Add a generous handful of ice to the shaker.

3

Shake Vigorously

Seal the cocktail shaker tightly and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy.

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4

Strain and Pour

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into the prepared glasses over ice. Pour slowly to preserve the foam on top.

5

Top and Garnish

Top each glass with sparkling water and stir gently to combine. Garnish with a lime slice on the rim and serve immediately.

Substitutions

simple syrupagave nectar for a more authentic margarita flavor
sparkling waterlemon-lime soda for added sweetness
coarse salttajin seasoning for a spicy chili rim

Common mistakes

Using bottled lime juice instead of fresh lime juice which dulls the bright citrus flavor
Adding too much simple syrup which makes the drink cloyingly sweet and unbalanced
Skipping the shaking step and just stirring which results in a poorly mixed and warm drink
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