Pickle Margarita Recipe – A Tangy Twist on a Classic Cocktail

If you enjoy margaritas but want to try a bold and unexpected twist, the pickle margarita is an excellent option. This tangy and savory cocktail blends the bright zest of a traditional margarita with the salty punch of pickle juice. It makes a fun and flavorful drink that works well for summer parties, game days, or whenever you want to impress your guests with something different. Ready to mix things up? Let’s explore this tasty pickle margarita recipe!

Ingredients for Pickle Margarita

  • 2 oz tequila (blanco or reposado)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz pickle juice (from dill pickles for best flavor)
  • ½ oz triple sec or orange liqueur
  • ½ oz simple syrup (optional, for balance)
  • Ice cubes
  • Coarse salt or Tajín (for rimming the glass)
  • Pickle slice or lime wedge for garnish

How to Make a Pickle Margarita

  1. Rim the glass (optional): Rub a lime wedge along the edge of your glass, then dip it in coarse salt or Tajín for an extra burst of flavor.
  2. Shake the ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, mix together tequila, lime juice, pickle juice, triple sec, and simple syrup if you are using it. Add ice and shake well for about 15 seconds.
  3. Strain and serve: Pour the mixture through a strainer into a glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Garnish: Add a slice of pickle or a lime wedge to the rim for a zesty finish.
  5. Enjoy right away: This cocktail tastes best when served cold and freshly made.
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pickle margarita Pickle Margarita Recipe – A Tangy Twist on a Classic Cocktail

Pickle Margarita Recipe – A Tangy Twist on a Classic Cocktail


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  • Author: Olivia Brown
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Description

This pickle margarita puts a briny, refreshing twist on the classic cocktail. Made with tequila, lime, and dill pickle juice, it’s bold, savory, and surprisingly addictive—perfect for adventurous cocktail lovers.


Ingredients

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  • 2 oz tequila (blanco or reposado)

  • 1 oz fresh lime juice

  • 1 oz pickle juice (preferably from dill pickles)

  • ½ oz triple sec or orange liqueur

  • ½ oz simple syrup (optional, to balance tartness)

  • Ice cubes

  • Coarse salt or Tajín (for rimming the glass)

  • Pickle slice or lime wedge (for garnish)


Instructions

 

Rub the rim of a glass with lime juice, then dip it into salt or Tajín to coat.

In a cocktail shaker, mix tequila, lime juice, pickle juice, triple sec, and simple syrup.

Add ice to the shaker and shake well for around 15 seconds.

Strain the drink into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.

Top it off with a pickle slice or lime wedge as a garnish, and serve right away.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Cocktails
  • Method: Shaken
  • Cuisine: American
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