Mango Margarita
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz agave tequila
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 cups mango
diced*, fresh or frozen
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 handful ice
only if using fresh mango
- 3/4 cup water
only if using frozen mango
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- fresh lime slice
Directions
- 1
Add Mango Margarita ingredients to high-powered blender (remember to add ice if you are using fresh mango OR use water if using frozen mango – check ingredient list).
- 2
Blend on HIGH until fully combined and smooth – you may need to stop and scrape down the sides as you are going.
- 3
Taste and add additional lime juice, honey, ice, tequila or water – as desired/needed.
- 4
Place chili pepper and salt on a small plate and mix together.
- 5
Take the lime wedge and rub it around the rim of your glass.
- 6
Turn the glass upside down and dip into the chili powder/salt mixture, twisting it so that the rim of the glass is coated.
- 7
Pour the margarita into the glass
- 8
Serve immediately.
Mango Margarita
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About this Recipe
Craving a taste of sunshine that’s both vibrant and naturally delicious? This naturally sweetened Mango Margarita is the ultimate refreshing sip, perfect for elevating your next summer happy hour without any artificial fuss.
What makes this particular mango margarita stand out is its commitment to natural sweetness, using ripe mango and a touch of honey instead of overly sweet syrups. The fresh lime juice provides the essential zesty counterpoint, creating a perfectly balanced drink that feels light and invigorating, not heavy or cloying.
Prepare for a truly blissful experience with every sip. You'll encounter the rich, smooth texture of real mango, blended into a luscious, icy consistency. The bright, tangy notes from the fresh lime cut through the fruit's sweetness, while the agave tequila adds a sophisticated warmth that rounds out the flavors beautifully. This isn't just a drink; it's a sensory journey to a tropical paradise, designed to cool you down and put a smile on your face during warm summer days. The optional chili powder and kosher salt rim are highly recommended, adding an exciting, savory-spicy element that truly awakens the palate and makes this margarita memorable.
This recipe is wonderfully versatile. You can use either fresh or frozen mango, depending on what's available—just remember to adjust the ice or water accordingly for the perfect slushy consistency. Feel free to play with the rim: a classic salt rim is always great, but the chili powder and kosher salt mix adds an exciting, authentic kick. For those who prefer less sweetness, you can slightly reduce the honey, letting the natural mango shine even more.
Ideal for a festive summer happy hour, a backyard BBQ, or a relaxed evening on the patio, this Mango Margarita is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Garnish each glass with a fresh lime slice to enhance its vibrant appeal and a beautifully rimmed edge.