Patron Margarita

Mix up the perfect Patron Margarita with just a few simple ingredients. Fresh lime juice, Cointreau, and Patron Silver Tequila make this cocktail the best margarita for any occasion.

about this patron margarita recipe

If you are looking for the best margarita ever, you have come to the right place. A classic Patron margarita is one of our favorite recipes to shake up whenever friends come over, whether it’s a random last minute happy hour or a Taco Tuesday party.

There’s nothing better than sipping on a fresh classic margarita made with simple ingredients. I mean, it’s better when you are sipping it on a beach in Mexico, but that isn’t my daily reality…That’s what a margarita is MEANT to be. No margarita mix, no simple syrup, no crazy amounts of ingredients. Just fresh flavor and great taste.

This isn’t just any margarita, though. We’re talking about a Patron margarita – smooth, crisp, and with just the right kick to get the good times rolling. The best part is that you only need three ingredients total to make this drink!

With a few simple steps, you’ll be serving up drinks that taste like they came from your favorite bar. We’ve been making it for everything from casual BBQs to dinner parties, and it always goes down a treat.

Cheers to good friends, good times, and great margaritas!

ingredients

tequila. We recommend using top shelf Patrón Silver tequila for this well-balanced cocktail. You can use your favorite brand as well, or change things up by using anejo or reposado tequila.

cointreau. Cointreau (or Grand Marnier) are preferred. You can also use triple sec, but the flavor is better when you use a high quality orange liqueur. The orange notes are ideal to balance the tequila and fresh citrus juice.

lime. Fresh lime juice is key to making this margarita taste the best. You can use store bought, but we find that it is usually too tart. Fresh lime wedges are used for garnish and for rimming the glass.

salt. Use either flaky sea salt or coarse kosher salt to rim the glass.

this recipe’s must-haves

To make this recipe, grab your favorite jigger, cocktail shaker, and cocktail strainer!

You can serve your margarita in margarita glasses, double old fashioned glasses, rocks glass, or your favorite cocktail glass. Heck, even a mason jar will work.

here’s how to make a patron margarita

rim the glass

Rub a lime wedge around the edge of a glass. Run the rim through a salt on a plate to rim it. Fill with ice and set aside.

shake

Add tequila, Cointreau, and fresh lime juice to a shaker filled halfway with ice. Shake until chilled through.

strain cocktail

Strain the margarita into the prepared cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wedge or lime wheel, and serve.

tips and tricks

use fresh lime juice. Yes, this really does make a difference in the taste of the margarita! Since there are only three ingredients, make sure they are the best.

try out different citrus. Try out some different fresh citrus options by using a mix of lemon and lime juices, or using grapefruit juice to make a paloma variation of the cocktail.

variations

make it spicy. There are a couple of ways you can make this cocktail spicy for an extra kick! Add a couple slices of jalapeño to the shaker before shaking the cocktail. You can also add a spicy rim by using Tajin or another spicy blend to rim the glass for a spicy spin.

add some fruit. Make it a fruity margarita by adding a handful of chopped fruit to an empty shaker with the lime juice. Muddle the fruit until broken down, then add ice and remaining ingredients, finishing the cocktail as instructed. Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, mango, and pineapple are all really tasty! You can also simply add in some fruit puree to the cocktail.

use a sugar rim. Change up the rim from salt to sugar for a sweet element to counter the tartness of the margarita!

More tasty margaritas to try out: Chili Lime Margarita | Pomegranate Margarita | Texas Margarita | Raspberry Margarita

what kind of patron should I use in this recipe?

We like to use Patron Silver Tequila in this simple recipe, but you can honestly use your favorite Patron Tequila! You can also opt for your own favorite tequila brand, if desired.

can I make this in a big batch?

For a big batch to serve 8 people, you will need 2 cups tequila, 1 cup Cointreau, and 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice. Combine ingredients in a pitcher. Add in ice and stir until the mixture is thoroughly chilled. Pour into glasses filled with ice and serve!

can I make the margarita ahead of time?

You can easily make this margarita ahead of time in a big batch! Instead of adding ice to the pitcher and stirring, simple add everything to a pitcher, stir and stash in the refrigerator. You can make the margaritas up to 3 hours ahead of time.

When ready to serve, add in a bunch of ice and give it a good stir before serving.

Need some inspiration for your next happy hour? Check out my cocktail recipes page!

what to serve with a patron margarita

A Patron margarita goes with so many different recipes, but the classic pairing is always tacos. Shredded beef tacos, crispy chicken tacos, chipotle chicken tacos, and cilantro lime chicken avocado tacos are some of our favorites!

If you are serving a batch of these margaritas for a party, it’s easy to pair the with your favorite appetizers. A classic chunky salsa with homemade tortilla chips or a spicy cheesy jalapeno popper dip make for excellent choices that everyone will love.

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With just 4 ingredients, limeade margaritas are perfect for a party!

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