Best Guava Margarita Tropical (Printable)

A vibrant blend of fresh guava juice and premium tequila over ice for a refreshing tropical experience.

# What You Need:

→ For the Margarita

01 - 4 oz premium tequila (blanco or reposado)
02 - 2 oz orange liqueur (such as 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, adjust to taste
06 - Ice cubes

→ For Garnish

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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Run a lime wedge around the rims of two rocks glasses and dip them into coarse salt or Tajín to coat evenly.
02 - Fill both prepared glasses with ice cubes to chill.
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 about 15 seconds until well chilled and properly diluted.
05 - Strain the margarita evenly into the prepared glasses over the ice.
06 - Garnish with a lime wheel and, if desired, a fresh guava slice.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Guava adds this exotic floral sweetness you cant get from standard margarita mixes
  • Everything comes together in under 10 minutes for instant happy hour vibes
02 -
  • Guava juice varies wildly in sweetness between brands, so always taste and adjust your agave before shaking
  • Over shaking dilutes the drink too much while under shaking leaves it lukewarm and unpleasant
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for at least 20 minutes before serving
  • Larger ice cubes melt slower and keep your drink colder longer
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