Frozen Strawberry Margarita Recipe

by Susannah Chen 0

This strawberry season, the Yum team's had a major obsession with cocktails made from the fruit. So when Katie recently shared a recipe for her favorite strawberry margarita, I felt a sudden, burning desire to feature mine.

Call me cheesy, but on Summer's hottest days, I can't resist the allure of a blended, fruity drink. This margarita, which is made with the classic elements (lime, agave, orange liqueur), fresh strawberries, and plenty of ice, totally hits the spot. The secret ingredient is añejo tequila — it imbues the cocktail with a smoother, more subtle flavor.

Ready for my fav strawberry margarita? Then keep reading.

Adapted from Food Network Magazine

Frozen Strawberry Margaritas

Ingredients

3 cups strawberries
1/4 cup orange-flavored liqueur
1/3 cup fresh lime juice
3/4 cup añejo tequila
2 tablespoons agave nectar
Pinch of salt
3 cups ice
4 strawberries, dipped in fine sugar

Directions

1. In a blender, purée 3 cups strawberries, orange-flavored liqueur, lime juice, añejo, agave nectar and salt. Add 3 cups ice and blend until smooth.
2. Divide among 4 glasses; garnish each with a sugar-dipped strawberry.

Makes 4 cocktails.

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