Orange Pomegranate Margarita
If you love a cocktail that’s bright, tangy, and basically a party in a glass, this Orange Pomegranate Margarita is about to become your new go-to. Sweet, tart, and just the right amount of boozy!
Servings: 2 drinks
Calories: 240kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 ounces orange juice, freshly squeezed, divided (from 2 medium oranges)
- 3 ounces pomegranate juice
- 3 ounces silver tequila
- 1 ounce triple sec
- 1 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed (from about 1 medium lime)
- Crushed ice
- Orange slices and pomegranate seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Set out two small plates. On one plate, spread out the granulated sugar.
- On the second small plate, pour 1 ounce of the fresh orange juice.
- Dip the rims of two cocktail glasses into the orange juice, then into the sugar to coat. Set the glasses aside.
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add the remaining orange juice, pomegranate juice, tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well chilled.
- Fill the prepared glasses with crushed ice. Strain the orange mixture evenly into both glasses.
- Garnish with orange slices and pomegranate seeds, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1margarita | Calories: 240kcal