Fresh & Delicious Grapefruit Margaritas
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These refreshing Grapefruit Margaritas are a twist on a classic cocktail and are perfect for the long hot days of summer.
Imagine enjoying a glass of this ice-cold drink while sitting on the porch watching the world go by – or why not make it your signature cocktail at your summer soirees!
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Grapefruit Margaritas
The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of this post. I highly recommend reading the blog post all the way through so that you don’t miss any tips or substitution suggestions and to ensure that you have all the ingredients and equipment required as well as understand the steps and timings involved.
Grapefruit is one of those fruits with an acquired taste, and if you love the tart flavor of this citrus, then you simply must try these grapefruit margaritas!
You could add some simple syrup or honey to your cocktail if you want to add a little sweetness.
Enjoy a grapefruit margarita or two for Cinco de Mayo or a Mexican or Tex-Mex meal.
Or just because it’s always five o’clock somewhere and you need try some Unique Margarita Recipes!
Ingredients Used In This Cocktail
For your convenience, I’ve linked any specialized ingredients needed for this recipe to Amazon below.
- Tequila – use your preferred brand.
- Triple Sec – an orange-flavored liqueur.
- Lime Juice
- Grapefruit Juice – you can squeeze your own or use juice from a bottle/carton.
- Salt – for glass rim.
How Do You Salt the Rim of a Margarita Glass?
Traditionally, margaritas are served in the eponymous margarita glass, a stepped-diameter variant of a cocktail glass or champagne coupe. The rim of the glass is often dipped in salt, however, as you can see we used champagne flutes in this recipe.
You don’t have to use the margarita-shaped glasses for this cocktail – use any glass you have! The method for adding salt to the rim of a glass is exactly the same!
- Pour some salt (kosher salt/sea salt flakes work well) onto a small plate or saucer.
- Cut a wedge of lime and then cut a notch/sit into the flesh – and run it around the rim of the glass to add juice to the insider and outside edges.
- Dip the glass rim into the salt and give it a twist or two (like you’re cutting cookies from dough).
- And you’re done!
You can actually buy cocktail rimming dishes online (there is a gadget for everything!) but a small plate or saucer will work just fine.
More Margaritas To Make
If you enjoy drinking margaritas, I think you’re going to love these ones:
- Hawaiian Margarita Cocktail
- Frozen Blueberry Margaritas – A Refreshing Adult Slush Drink!
- Frozen Mango Margaritas
Grapefruit Margarita Variations
I like to try and give variations on the cocktails shared on The Purple Pumpkin Blog, and especially turning the cocktail into a mocktail so that non-drinkers (and kids if suitable) can enjoy the drink too!
Virgin Grapefruit Margarita Mocktail (non-alcoholic)
So that non-drinkers can enjoy an alcohol-free version of this cocktail, we are removing the alcohol and using a Sun-Dried Orange Syrup to replace the orange liqueur. You can add some extra lime juice for the tequila, or if you’re in the US, you could try Ritual Tequila Alternative – a zero-alcohol tequila!
To make a Grapefruit Margarita Mocktail, follow the recipe card, but replace the alcoholic elements with the syrups suggested above.
I haven’t made the mocktail version, so I recommend adding the syrups to taste as they may add a sweetness that you may not necessarily get from alcoholic liqueurs.
Frozen Grapefruit Margaritas
Want to turn this citrus marg into a frozen slushie? Easy! Put all the ingredients in a blender with a generous amount of crushed ice – then blend till smooth. Serve with a straw, and watch out for brain freeze! You could do the same with the mocktail version too.
Grapefruit Margarita Party Punch
Want to make this drink for a crowd? It’s so easy! Here’s how to do it!
As long as you use the same measuring container (glass, cup, jug, etc.,) for the “1 part”, the ratios will be correct and you can make as much as you need to.
Serve the large batch cocktail in drinks dispensers, pitchers, or go really retro and serve it from a punch bowl! Whichever container best suits your event (and the drink!).
Make sure you add plenty of ice to your serving receptacle of choice to keep the cocktail chilled. Add some grapefruit wedges in there too.
You could also skewer the fruit onto cocktail picks for guests to garnish their glasses of drink.
Speaking of which, place cocktail glasses in the bar/serving area along with a filled ice bucket, stirrers, and cocktail decorations if suitable! And don’t forget some limes and a small plate of salt for guests to add a salt rim to their glass.
To make a big batch of Grapefruit Margarita Party Punch, mix together:
- 2 parts Tequila
- 1 part Triple Sec
- 4 parts grapefruit juice
- 1 part honey or simple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
This cocktail recipe is intended for adults of the legal drinking age in your country of residence.
Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and drive.
How Do I Make Grapefruit Margaritas?
Just check out the recipe card below with full ingredients and instructions. You can print the card out too (don’t worry, any pics don’t print to save your ink!).
Grapefruit Margaritas
Ingredients
- Lime wedge
- Kosher or sea salt to rim glasses
- 2 oz Tequila
- 1 oz Triple Sec
- 4 oz grapefruit juice
- Grapefruit slices optional garnish
- 1 oz honey or simple syrup to sweeten optional
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
Instructions
- Use the lime wedge (or dab water) to wet the rim of your glass.
- Place the salt in a shallow, wide bowl and rotate the rim of your glass in the salt.
- Fill glass with ice.
- Pour the Tequila into your prepared glass, followed by the Triple Sec, then top with grapefruit juice.
- If you want a sweeter drink, add honey or simple syrup to the glass and stir.
- Garish with a grapefruit slice. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
Make It A Meal!
The beverage is covered, but what about other dishes to make this recipe into a full meal? Here are my suggestions!
- Appetizer: Gluten-Free Gazpacho Recipe with Chickpea “Croutons”
- Main Dish: Flavorful Grilled Herb-Rubbed Pork Chops for Al Fresco Dining!
- Dessert: Mini Berry Pavlovas
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