Blue Margarita Recipe (Azul Margaritas) (2024)

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By: Becky Hardin

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Summer is here, and this blue margarita recipe is sure to get you in mood! Made with Blue Curacao, these were made to be sipped poolside! Easy to make and perfect for your fourth of July celebrations, these colorful co*cktails are going to be a hit with your guests!

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I just love a vibrant and colorful co*cktail, and these delicious blue margaritas are just that! Just look at them! Margaritas are one of my go-to co*cktails when it starts to get hot outside, they are so refreshing with that perfect mix of sweet, salt and acid. In this recipe, a traditional margarita gets amped up with Blue Curacao for the ultimate summer time tipple!

If you have any blue curaçao leftover, be sure to try these Blue Hawaiian co*cktails too!

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How to make this Blue Margarita Recipe

This is a super easy co*cktail for effortless entertaining!

  1. Swipe rim of 3 glasses with a lime wedge and then dip in course sea salt to rim glasses with salt.

  2. Fill glasses with ice.

  3. In a shaker combine the Tequila, Blue Curacao, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake to combine.

  4. Pour over the ice and enjoy!

  5. Top with additional lime wedges.

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co*cktails made with BOLS Liqueurs

Making these Blue Margaritas special and amazing is all because of BOLS Blue Curacao! BOLS is the oldest liqueur brand IN THE WORLD and dates back to the 1500s. It’s a brand you can totally trust (it’s also the most awarded brand in the world!) and I love using it for fun and delicious co*cktails. Using BOLS Blue Curacao Liqueur in this recipe makes it the perfect fun and festive margarita (this recipe is the ultimate 4th of July co*cktail!) with none of the fuss. It’s easy, quick, economical, and perfect! It’s sure to be the hit of any party. Be sure to check out our video for making these Azul Margaritas with BOLS as well as my friend Lisa’s amazing recipe for Shrimp Fajita Pasta Salad. We have just solved all your party planning problems!

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What is a margarita?

A traditional margarita co*cktail is made from tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice that is shaken with ice. It is served in a glass that has been rimmed with salt. For my blue margarita recipe, I used blue curacao for the orange liqueur which is has a slightly bitter orange flavor and gives this drink it’s amazing color.

Origins of a margarita co*cktail

It is thought that the margarita was invented in 1938 in a restaurant between Tijuana and Baja, California. Other people believe that the margarita used to be made in the states with brandy, but during prohibition, tequila was used instead when Americans traveled over the border. One thing’s for sure – it’s a co*cktail that has lasted the test of time!

How do you add a salt rim to a margarita glass?

To add the classic salt rim to your glass, run a lime wedge around the rim and roll / dip it in a small bowl of salt. For this recipe I used a coarse sea salt, as it’s intensely salty and works so well with the sweetness in the margarita. Feel free to experiment with other types of salt though – here’s some suggestions;

  • kosher salt – has large granules but a milder flavor
  • Himalayan pink salt – add some color to your rim, a very mild flavor
  • fleur de sel – a more complex flavor (and quite expensive!)

Be sure to stay clear of table salt which is iodized and too strong for this co*cktail.

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Electric Blue Margarita Recipe – the perfect 4th of July co*cktail

This co*cktail is the perfect 4th of July recipe – that blue will fit perfectly into your red, white and blue decor! I also love that margaritas are co*cktails you shake – it adds some fun and flare to any gathering!

Top tips for making this Blue Margarita Recipe

  • Use a high quality blanco tequila.
  • Use the best Blue Curacao. BOLS is absolutely second to none!!
  • Use fresh lime juice – it makes all the difference!
  • Shake all of the ingredients for a good 20-30 seconds to ensure they are mixed well.
  • Use large ice cubes in the glasses, they melt less quickly so they don’t dilute the drink.
  • Serve this co*cktail immediately.

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  • Skinny Margaritas
  • Red White and Blue Margarita Slushies

Recipe

Blue Margarita Recipe

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Author: Becky Hardin

Prep: 5 minutes minutes

Cook: 0 minutes minutes

Total: 5 minutes minutes

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Summer is here, and this blue margarita recipe is sure to get you in mood! Made with blue curacao, these were made to be sipped poolside! Easy to make and perfect for your fourth of July celebrations, these colorful co*cktails are going to be a hit with your guests!

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup Tequila Blanco
  • 1/2 cup BOLS Liqueur Blue Curacao
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1/4 cup Simple Syrup
  • Course sea salt and lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  • Swipe rim of 3 glasses with a lime wedge and then dip in course sea salt to rim glasses with salt.

  • Fill glasses with ice.

  • In a shaker combine the Tequila, Blue Curacao, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake to combine.

  • Pour over the ice and enjoy!

  • Top with additional lime wedges.

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Nutrition Information

Calories: 270kcal (14%) Carbohydrates: 24g (8%) Protein: 1g (2%) Fat: 1g (2%) Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) Sodium: 18mg (1%) Potassium: 65mg (2%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 21g (23%) Vitamin A: 20IU Vitamin C: 12.1mg (15%) Calcium: 9mg (1%) Iron: 1mg (6%)

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FAQs

What is a blue margarita made of? ›

A traditional margarita is made with just three ingredients: tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Blue margaritas replace triple sec with another type of alcoholic orange liqueur, blue curaçao.

What kind of alcohol is blue curaçao? ›

Blue Curaçao is basically an ordinary Curaçao liqueur, colored Blue. However, usually the Blue version has a lower alcohol percentage between 20% and 25% as its main function is coloring. But, you can use Blue Curaçao to substitute a Triple Sec in a co*cktail recipe.

How to drink Desmondji blue margarita? ›

Just add fresh lime juice to taste and enough ice to chill and dilute. Serve in a glass rimmed with salt. Also experiment with fresh/ packaged fruit juice to make vibrant fruity Margarita co*cktails. Enjoy up to 15 co*cktails, from one 750ml bottle.

What's in a blue tarantula? ›

Tarantula Azul is the ultimate shooter. A smooth blend of premium tequila and crisp citrus liqueur delivers an invigorating icy-blue shot like nothing you've ever tasted before. Obey the shot.

Is blue curaçao the same as triple sec? ›

Adding some blue food dye to triple sec makes it nearly indistinguishable from blue curacao, but the liqueurs have a few key differences. Originating in France, triple sec uses Valencia oranges to infuse the citrus flavor into the liqueur.

What makes blue tequila? ›

There are over 300 different types of agave that grow in Mexico, yet it is only the blue variety of the plant that producers use for making tequila. Even more specifically, there is only one kind of blue agave that produces the spirit. This is the Blue Weber agave, from the Asparagaceae family.

Do you need triple sec for margaritas? ›

To balance the co*cktail's acidity, triple sec is absolutely necessary for traditional Margaritas, according to Bailon. “Without triple sec, we fall into a different co*cktail category, which is the sour,” she explains.

Does blue curaçao go bad? ›

Unopened, it can last indefinitely if stored in a cool, dry place. Once opened, however, it's best to use it within 1-2 years for optimum flavor, even though its high alcohol content may still keep it safe to consume beyond this period.

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.

What can I mix blue curacao with? ›

A combination of DeKuyper® Blue Curacao Liqueur, smooth Pinnacle® Original Vodka, fresh pineapple and lemon juice, and simple syrup is all you need to create a cool, refreshingly blue co*cktail that's perfect for summer barbecues, pool parties or just relaxing in the sun.

What is Casa Azul drink? ›

Crafted with real tequila from Jalisco, Mexico, sparkling water, natural fruit flavors and agave nectar.

Do you drink Cointreau? ›

Cointreau L'Unique and Cointreau Noir are unique liqueurs that can be consumed neat, over ice or in a co*cktail depending on your tastes and preferences.

What is the new blue tarantula? ›

Researchers have discovered a new species of tarantula with a rare and “enchanting” coloration: Parts of its back, legs and mouthparts are an iridescent, electric blue-violet. The spider, named Chilobrachys natanicharum, is the only tarantula ever found in a Thai mangrove forest.

What is Billie Eilish tarantula? ›

Cooli was a tarantula that was owned by Billie Eilish. He was a Green Bottle Blue Tarantula (Chromatopelma Cyaneopubescens), however not much else is known about him.

What mixes with tarantula tequila? ›

We recommend Tequila

2 ounces Tarantula Azul 4 ounces ginger ale 1/2-inch cucumber wheel 1/2-inch lemon wheel Muddle lemon and cucumber. Add Tarantula Azul and ginger ale. Stir and strain. Add ice, garnish.

What is blue mojito made of? ›

What is a blue mojito made of? The ingredients of a blue mojito are blue curaçao (for the blue color), white rum, fresh limes and mint leaves, and sparkling water or club soda. Simple syrup can be added in for a touch of sweetness, which I prefer.

Is blue curaçao a substitute for Cointreau? ›

While triple sec, curaçao, and Cointreau can, in theory, be used interchangeably, the situation is a bit different with Grand Marnier.

Is Cointreau a blue? ›

But it's not blue. So, if you want a true Blue co*cktail, go for a clear orange liqueur (like Cointreau). But if you don't mind a pretty green drink, then either Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao or Grand Marnier will do the trick. Either way, it's a very tasty—and stylish—co*cktail.

What is Blue Mesa margarita? ›

Blue Mesa uses 100% agave reposado tequila, fresh lime, and agave nectar to craft their classic. This combination sounds like the perfect blend of refreshing and delicious. If you are wanting a margarita that is completely unique to the restaurant, you will absolutely want to choose the Classic Blue Rocks Margarita.

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