This Aperol tequila cocktail is going to be your new favorite drink! A unique twist on a classic margarita, my recipe combines Aperol with tequila, orange juice, and lime juice. The result? A sweet and citrusy cocktail that's perfect for Cinco de Mayo and all those hot summer days!
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This drink is like a classic margarita meets an Aperol spritz. It's a refreshing, slower-sipping cocktail that I like to enjoy with grilled shrimp tacos, elote in a cup, or tortilla chips with mango habanero salsa.
It’s definitely a go-to drink for summer BBQs and gatherings any time of year!
📖Why My Recipe Works
This recipe skips the simple syrup, Triple Sec, and Cointreau since the Aperol and orange juice already add a touch of sweetness.
If you add Triple Sec, it would have way too much liquor in it, and adding syrup would make it a bit too sweet—at least for my taste!
🧾Ingredient Notes
- Tequila- Use blanco tequila or reposado tequila.
- Aperol spritz- We're swapping out Triple Sec or Cointreau for Aperol, an Italian liqueur that adds a delicious bittersweet twist to the margarita. Leftover Aperol? Try my Aperol Gin Sour!
- Orange juice- You can use any bottled orange juice.
- Lime juice- Use fresh lime juice and save the zest for garnish.
- Salt- Optional, for the glass rim.
⏲️How to Make an Aperol Margarita
- Make the salt rim by mixing salt, lime zest, and orange zest on a plate.
- Wipe the rim of your glass with a lime wedge, then dip it into the salt mixture.
- Shake until the outside of the shaker frosts over.
Pitcher Instructions
Make a big batch for your crew! Mix these ingredients in a large pitcher, give it a good stir, and chill for 1 hour before serving.
- 2 ¼ cups tequila
- 1 ½ cups Aperol
- 1 ½ cups orange juice
- 2 ¼ cups fresh lime juice
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👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
- If you want a smoother texture, use a fine mesh strainer to catch pulp and ice shards.
- For a spicy twist, add 1-22 ounces of jalapeno simple syrup.
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Aperol Margarita
Ingredients
- 3 ounces tequila silver or blanco
- 2 ounces Aperol
- 2 ounces orange juice
- 3 ounces fresh squeezed lime juice
- kosher salt (for glass rim)
- orange and lime slices zest and for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the tequila, Aperol, orange juice, and lime juice over ice. Secure the lid and shake until thoroughly chilled, about 15 to 20 seconds.3 ounces tequila, 2 ounces orange juice, 3 ounces fresh squeezed lime juice, 2 ounces Aperol
- OPTIONAL: Spread the salt, lime zest, and orange zest on a small plate. Wipe the rim of two highball glasses with a wedge of lime. Dip into the salt to coat the rim.kosher salt, orange and lime slices
- Strain margarita into both glasses and garnish with orange and limes.
Notes
- To maximize the juice you get from your oranges and limes roll them around on your counter, pressing down slightly. Then cut and squeeze the juice out.
- Want a sweeter margarita? Add ½ ounce of simple syrup.
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