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Frozen Strawberry Basil Margaritas
Cool, sweet, and refreshing, this Frozen Strawberry Basil Margarita blends juicy strawberries, fresh basil, and smooth tequila for the perfect summer sip. Easy to make, even easier to enjoy! 🍹
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Servings: 2
Calories: 238kcal
Equipment
- Small Plate
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Ingredients
- 1 cup ice
- 1 (23.2-ounce) cartons Sliced Strawberries with Sugar
- ½ (12-ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate
- 4 ounces Patron Silver Tequila
- 2 ounces Cointreau
- 2 ounces fresh lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 large fresh basil leaves
- 1 lime cut into wheels for garnish
- Basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Glasses
- On a small plate, combine granulated sugar and lime zest, mixing with a fork to evenly distribute.Run a lime wedge around the rims of two margarita glasses.Dip the rims into the sugar mixture to coat. Set the glasses aside
Blend the Margarita
- In a high-powered blender, combine: Ice, Frozen sliced strawberries with sugar, Frozen limeade concentrate, Tequila, Cointreau, Fresh lime juice, Kosher salt, Fresh basil leaves, and blend on high speed until smooth and slushy.1 cup ice, 1 (23.2-ounce) cartons Sliced Strawberries with Sugar, ½ (12-ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate, 4 ounces Patron Silver Tequila, 2 ounces Cointreau, 2 ounces fresh lime juice, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, 6 large fresh basil leaves
Serve & Garnish
- Pour the blended margarita evenly into the prepared glasses. Garnish each drink with a fresh lime wheel and a few basil leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!1 lime, Basil leaves
Notes
- Tequila: Any silver or blanco tequila works well, but Patron Silver provides a smooth finish.
- Cointreau Substitute: Swap for Grand Marnier or Triple Sec if needed.
- Frozen Strawberries: If using unsweetened frozen strawberries, add 1-2 tablespoons of simple syrup or honey for balance.
- Basil Alternative: Fresh mint can be used for a slightly different herbal note.
- Salted Rim Option: Replace the sugar rim with a classic salted rim for a tangy contrast.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 cocktail | Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 94IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.3mg
*Nutrition information is automatically calculated based on ingredient data and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient options are provided, the first listed is used for calculation. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not included in the nutrition analysis.