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11 Margarita Recipes For Cinco de Mayo, Because Why Would You Drink Anything Else?
Good, potent margarita recipes are the best things to have on your side this time of year. There's no better summery cocktail you can make. There's nothing quite as refreshing, thirst-quenching, and the proper balance of sweet and salty as a nice frosty margarita, especially for Cinco de Mayo. It's the perfect drink to celebrate the Mexican army's victory over France in 1862, or more so, it's the best cocktail to sip as you shovel chips full of guac into your mouth. So here are all the most delicious margarita recipes to make for your Cinco de Mayo party.
Image: Crepes of Wrath
Strawberry Basil Margarita
Basil and strawberry are like the PB&J of adult beverages – in that they should never be apart.
Image and recipe: The Kitchn
Satsuma Orange Margarita
Sounds fancy and looks oh so pretty. Also? It tastes amazing.
Image and recipe: A Cozy Kitchen
Blood Orange Jalapeño Margarita
Spicy, sweet, and you can drink 100 of these and still never get enough. But you probably should keep it to only a few drinks, just to be safe.
Image and recipe: The Kitchn
Sweet Tamarind Margarita
It’s subtle, but sweet and fresh enough to make you think you’re consuming fresh fruit.
Image and recipe: Crepes of Wrath
"The Lincoln" White Whiskey Margarita
Yes, this is the margarita Don Draper would drink.
Image and recipe: The Kitchn
Spicy Cucumber Margarita
Cucumbers should always be paired with jalapeños, and always mixed with booze, because this drink is refreshing heaven in a glass.
Image and recipe: A Cozy Kitchen
Grapefruit Margarita With Ginger Salt Rim
You’d think the flavors would clash, but they don’t. They’re actually BFFs, and they’ll make your tastebuds very happy.
Image and recipe: Climbing Grier Mountain
Kaffir Lime & Coconut Margarita
For a split second, you’ll think you’re on an island soaking up the sun. It’ll be one incredible second.
Image and recipe: Confections of a Foodie Bride
Rhubarb Margarita
Who knew rhubarb could make margaritas taste even better than they already do? Try it. You will LOVE.
Image and recipe: The Kitchn
Fresh Plum Margarita
It’s bold, beautiful, and will complement any and all of your party decorations. SCORE.
Image and recipe: Confections of a Foodie Bride
