Blackberry Margaritas

These Blackberry Margaritas are the perfect refreshing summertime drink! I prefer mine on the rocks but instructions for frozen margaritas is also included!

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It is not a secret that we are not big drinkers. However, several years ago we went up to Amelia Island for a weekend getaway. It was SO hot and we stumbled into a little bar to get a reprieve from the heat and a nice ice cold blackberry margarita sounded divine. Well, it did not disappoint, and they went down quick. So basically, if it is on a menu, you can be I am trying it out!

Ingredients for Blackberry Margaritas

• Blackberries – fresh or frozen
• Mint
• Tequila (I use Casamigos)
• Grand Marnier or another orange liquor
• Simple Syrup
• Limes

What is Simple Syrup?

Simple Syrup is… well… simple. It’s just sugar water. If you can boil water, you can make Simple Syrup. You can also purchase pre-made Simple Syrup in the drink aisle of your local grocery store.

• Use a 1:1 ratio of sugar and water
• Add 3/4 cup water and 3/4 cup sugar to a small sauce pan over medium heat
• Allow the sugar to dissolve while continuously stirring
• Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature
• Store in an airtight container for up to one month

How to make a Blackberry Margarita

• After you make your simple syrup, let it cool
• Once it has returned to room temperature, add it to your blender
• Add the tequila, grand marnier, fresh lime juice, and blackberries and blend until combined
• Next, strain the margarita mix through a sieve
• Pour into a pitcher
• If you like a rimmed margarita, use a lime wedge to wet the rim of each glass.
• Add either sugar, salt or a combination of both to a small plate or bowl and twirl the rims of the glasses to coat
• Next, put a mint leaf and a couple of blackberries into the bottom of your glass and quickly muddle together
• Then, fill each glass with ice and pour prepared margarita into glasses and enjoy!

Can I make these into frozen Blackberry Margaritas?!

With a few alterations, you can easily transform this into a frozen blackberry margaritas! Below you will find my favorite Blackberry Margarita Recipe – with just a hint of lime! 😉

• 3 pints fresh blackberries
• 1/3 cup lime juice
• 3 cups ice
• 1 1/2 cup tequila (I use Casamigos)
• 1/3 cup Grand Marnier
• 3 TB sugar, optional
  
• Thoroughly clean the blackberries and dry completely
• Add all ingredients minus the sugar to a blender
• Blend until combined
• On a small plate or bowl, add the sugar
• Use some lime wedges to wet the rims of the glasses and turn rims in sugar, if desired
  
  As a side note, if you like your blackberry margaritas a little stronger, feel free to top of your drink with a little extra scoosh of tequila. 😉

Summer has already hit full swing here in Florida. I know that I’ll be relaxing by the pool watching our pups swim this summer while enjoying a nice frosty ice cold Blackberry Margarita… you should too!

Having a party? Pair your Blackberry Margaritas with these Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts!

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