Homemade Margarita Mix
A fresh, zesty, and perfectly balanced homemade margarita mix made with real lime juice and simple syrup. Say goodbye to artificial store-bought mixes and enjoy the best margaritas at home!
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Citrus Juicer
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Glass Bottle or Pitcher
Ingredients
For the Margarita Mix
- 1 cup fresh lime juice about 8-10 limes
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice optional, for extra depth
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar or use honey/agave for a natural option
Optional Add-ins
- 1 tbsp orange juice for added citrus balance
- 1/2 tsp orange zest optional, for extra flavor
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar is fully dissolved. Do not boil. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Juice fresh limes and lemons (if using) and strain to remove pulp and seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, and optional orange juice or zest.
- Transfer to a glass bottle or pitcher and refrigerate until ready to use. Chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
- To make a margarita, mix 3 oz tequila, 2 oz margarita mix, and 1 oz orange liqueur. Shake with ice and serve in a salt-rimmed glass.
Notes
For a skinny margarita, use Stevia or agave instead of sugar. For a spicy twist, add a few slices of jalapeño while simmering the simple syrup.