Best Guava Margarita (Printable Version)

Vibrant guava margarita with premium tequila and zesty lime, served over ice for a refreshing tropical twist.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Margarita

01 - 4 oz premium tequila (blanco or reposado)
02 - 2 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
03 - 4 oz fresh guava juice, strained
04 - 1.5 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
05 - 0.5 oz agave syrup
06 - Ice cubes

→ For Garnish

07 - Lime wedges or wheels
08 - Coarse sea salt or Tajín for rim (optional)
09 - Guava slices (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Run a lime wedge around the rims of two rocks glasses and dip them into coarse salt or Tajín to coat if desired.
02 - Fill both glasses with ice cubes.
03 - In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, orange liqueur, fresh guava juice, lime juice, and agave syrup. Add a handful of ice to the shaker.
04 - Shake vigorously for approximately 15 seconds until well chilled.
05 - Strain the margarita evenly into the prepared glasses over the ice.
06 - Top with a lime wheel and guava slice if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's bright and balanced in a way that makes you reach for another sip without thinking.
  • You can actually taste the guava, not hidden behind alcohol or artificial sweetness.
  • It comes together in minutes, so you can make these whenever the mood strikes without fuss.
  • Fresh lime juice makes all the difference, and you'll taste exactly why once you try it.
02 -
  • Shake with conviction for the full fifteen seconds, not just a casual few shakes, because proper dilution and temperature is what makes it silky instead of harsh.
  • Fresh lime juice changes everything, so much so that if you only make one substitution with this recipe, let it be that you squeeze limes instead of reaching for a bottle.
03 -
  • Pre-chill your glasses in the freezer for five minutes before serving, because this small step keeps the drink perfectly cold longer.
  • Taste your agave syrup amount as you go, because guava juice sweetness varies by brand and freshness, so you might need slightly more or less.
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