Orange Margarita recipe
Tequila, triple sec, orange juice and lime juice, shaken and served in a margarita glass.
By Kris Barton · Updated - 2 mins total
- 4 ingredients
- Margarita glass
For a classic like the Margarita, a Cocktail Shaker and a Margarita Glass is an absolute must for the ultimate effect – just stirring this cocktail isn’t going to do it justice.
This is how you make it.
What Ingredients do you need to make an Orange Margarita?
Tequila
Tequila is made from the fermented juice of the blue agave plant primarily in the city of Tequila, in the Mexican state of Jalisco.
In order for Tequila to be official (and to actually be called a Tequila), it must be made in specific regions of Mexico and follow strict regulations.
Different Types of Tequila
There are 5 main types of Tequila:
Blanco (Silver) – Clear, usually unaged with a strong agave flavour.
Reposado – Aged in oak barrels for 2 to 12 months, giving it a smoother flavour with hints of oak and vanilla.
Añejo – Aged 1 to 3 years, offering richer, more complex flavours.
Extra Añejo – Aged over 3 years, with deep, refined flavours, often compared to fine cognacs or whiskies.
Joven (Gold) – A mix of Blanco and aged tequilas, sometimes with added colouring or flavouring.
Triple Sec
Triple Sec is a style of Orange Liqueur and you can read more about it in our detailed article.
For Triple Sec, we recommend:
Orange Juice
Orange Juice is an essential ingredient for most bars and fridges all around the world. Why? It mixes well with virtually any form of alcohol.
Cocktails with Orange Juice and Vodka? Absolutely.
Cocktails with Orange Juice and Tequila? Naturally.
Cocktails with Orange Juice and Rum? Sure, why not?
And the list doesn’t end there.
For Orange Juice, we recommend:
What Equipment do you need to make an Orange Margarita?
Cocktail Shaker
Cocktail shakers improve the taste of cocktails. It’s a fact.
There’s a reason that famed British spy James Bond says “shaken, not stirred”. And that reason is: because it tastes better.
If you don’t already have a cocktail shaker set, you might want to check out our detailed cocktail shaker comparison.
But to cut a long story short, here’s the cocktail shaker we recommend:
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Recipe card
Orange Margarita
- Prep
- 1 min
- Making
- 1 min
- Total
- 2 mins
- Serves
- 1
- Glass
- Margarita glass
Ingredients
Makes 1 drink.
Method
- Put ice, tequila, triple sec, orange juice and lime juice in the cocktail shaker.
- Shake well.
- Pour in margarita glass.
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Orange Margarita FAQs
Do you need a cocktail shaker to make an Orange Margarita?
Yes. For a classic like the Margarita, a cocktail shaker and a margarita glass are a must. Just stirring it won’t do it justice.
What Ingredients do you need to make an Orange Margarita?
To make an Orange Margarita, you need 45ml / 1.5oz tequila, 15ml / 0.5oz triple sec, 100ml / 3.5oz orange juice and 15ml / 0.5oz lime juice. There’s more about tequila, triple sec and orange juice above.
What Equipment do you need to make an Orange Margarita?
You’ll need a cocktail shaker.
What alcohol is in an Orange Margarita?
An Orange Margarita contains 45ml / 1.5oz tequila and 15ml / 0.5oz triple sec.
What glass is an Orange Margarita served in?
Serve an Orange Margarita in a margarita glass.
How do I make an Orange Margarita for a group?
The recipe makes one drink. Multiply every measure by the number of drinks you want: for 4, you’d need 180ml tequila, 60ml triple sec, 400ml orange juice and 60ml lime juice. Shake one or two drinks at a time, so there’s room in the shaker for the ice.
