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Margarita Pitcher Recipe

A refreshing margarita pitcher recipe that serves 6 to 8 people, featuring fresh lime juice, premium tequila, triple sec, and simple syrup, perfect for entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh lime juice squeezed from about 12 to 14 limes
  • 1 cup premium tequila preferably silver or blanco
  • 3/4 cup triple sec or Cointreau
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice reserved for rimming glasses
  • 1/2 cup simple syrup cooled to room temperature
  • Ice preferably cubed and kept separate for serving
  • Kosher salt or margarita salt for rimming
  • Lime wheels or wedges for garnish

Equipment

  • Large glass pitcher (at least 64 ounces)
  • Citrus juicer or hand-held juice press
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Bar spoon or long-handled spoon
  • Strainer for pulp removal
  • Margarita or rocks glasses
  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Small shallow plate or dish for salt rim

Method
 

  1. Cut limes in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or hand-held press until you have 1 1/2 cups of fresh juice.
  2. Pour 1 cup of premium tequila into a large glass pitcher.
  3. Add 3/4 cup of triple sec or Cointreau to the pitcher and stir gently to combine.
  4. Add 1 1/2 cups of fresh lime juice to the pitcher and stir well to blend.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup of cooled simple syrup and stir for about 30 seconds to fully integrate the flavors.
  6. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 2 days to chill and meld the flavors.
  7. Prepare each glass by dipping the rim into 1/4 cup fresh lime juice and coating with kosher salt or margarita salt.
  8. Fill each prepared glass with fresh ice cubes and pour the chilled margarita mixture over the ice, filling each glass three-quarters full.
  9. Garnish each glass with a lime wheel or wedge and serve immediately while cold.

Notes

Batch chill your glasses and use fresh ice cubes stored in the freezer to keep the margarita cold without diluting.