Summer Strawberry Basil Margarita Drink Recipe
This Summer Strawberry Basil Margarita Drink Recipe blends sweet strawberries, fresh basil, zesty lime, and tequila for a refreshing summer cocktail. It's the perfect fruity margarita with a twist of herbal flavor—ideal for parties, BBQs, or relaxing by the pool. Made in minutes and bursting with seasonal taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
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6–8 fresh basil leaves
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2 oz tequila (silver or blanco)
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1 oz triple sec (or orange liqueur)
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1 oz fresh lime juice
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1 tsp honey or agave syrup (optional, to taste)
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Ice cubes
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Salt or sugar for rimming glass (optional)
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Extra basil or strawberries for garnish
Instructions
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In a cocktail shaker or blender, muddle strawberries and basil together until well crushed.
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Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and honey/agave.
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Fill with ice and shake vigorously (or blend until smooth if using a blender).
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Rim glass with salt or sugar, if desired.
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Strain into a chilled glass over ice or serve blended.
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Garnish with a basil leaf and a strawberry slice.
Notes
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Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
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Adjust sweetness with honey or agave as needed.
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Can be made in batches for a crowd.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 2 mg