This hibiscus margarita recipe is a lovely twist on the classic margarita cocktail and boy does it pop! With its rich color and lovely tangy taste, this cocktail will be a hit at parties. Plus it’s pretty darn simple to make, with only 4 ingredients!
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Aside from the beloved go-to Moscow mule, you really can never go wrong with a classic margarita! And boy do we drink a good amount of margaritas here in Cali!
For this Hibiscus Margarita recipe, we’re switching things up by adding a homemade hibiscus simple syrup to the mix!
Hibiscus margaritas are fairly close to traditional margaritas. However, the hibiscus gives the drink a nice lemony tart, cranberry-like flavor and makes the color pop. If you love a good, vibrant pink cocktail check out our easy sea breeze cocktail recipe too.
We also make a really delicious hibiscus gin sour you have to try!
How To Make This Hibiscus Margarita Recipe
We’ll share everything you need to know for making this margarita, answer frequently asked questions, and share our expert tips. If you prefer to skip to the recipe, just scroll to the bottom of the post where you’ll find the recipe, measurements and directions.
Ingredient Notes
- Tequila – Look for a blanco or silver tequila – this type of tequila will have a slightly sweet and peppery flavor that complements the tartness of the hibiscus. Look for good brands like Don Julio or Casamigos for best results.
- Lime juice – Always use freshly squeezed lime juice when making margaritas.
- Cointreau – adds a citrusy sweetness and depth of flavor to the cocktail, and helps balance out the tartness of other ingredients like lime juice and hibiscus.
- Hibiscus Simple Syrup – We made homemade syrup using dried hibiscus flowers. It gives the cocktail the most gorgeous pink color.
- Margarita Salt – This is used if you want to add a salt rim to the glass. f
3 Steps to Making a Margarita
- Shake all of the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice for at least 20 seconds.
- Strain into a salted-rimmed glass, over a large ice cube.
- Garnish with a lime slice. We added some crushed hibiscus flowers to the salt for the rim.
Hibiscus Simple Syrup
This hibiscus simple syrup really elevates the cocktail and gives it a deeper flavor and beautiful coloring.
The best part is that it’s just 3 ingredients simmering for a few minutes and you have a delicious flavored syrup perfect for cocktails!
You can buy dried hibiscus flowers here.
Check out our full guide to making simple syrup!
Expert Tips
- Make sure you shake the cocktail for at least 20 seconds with ice to dilute the ingredients.
- Add more or less sweetener as you like.
- Add dried, crushed hibiscus flowers to the rimming salt.
- Garnish with a slice of lime.
If you want this drink to be super pink, make pink ice cubes too!
Best Tequila for Margaritas
Here are a few of our favorite tequilas. You can purchase these at any beverage store and at most grocery stores. Similarly, they’re all affordable and of good quality.
Casamigos Blanco Tequila – Crisp with hints of vanilla. It’s a very good tequila to sip too.
Espolòn Reposada Tequila Blanco or Gold
El Destilador Silver Tequila – Very affordable
Frequently Asked Questions
Hibiscus is a herbal heavyweight. In addition, when the dried petals are steeped in hot (or cold) water, they release a tart, almost cranberry-like flavor and a deep red-violet color that looks more like a cabernet than chamomile.
Yes, you can substitute triple sec for Cointreau in a margarita. It will change the overall flavor of the drink, but it’s not enough to make a huge difference. Triple sec or Grand Marnier are the best substitutions for Cointreau.
Triple sec is a type of orange liqueur that helps to give margaritas their signature flavor and balance. It adds complexity to the drink and can make it more refreshing. The triple sec also provides sweetness and alcohol, helping to round out the drink overall.
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When to Serve a Hibiscus Margarita
This cocktail is perfect for many occasions and the color makes it great for themed parties too. Here are some ideas on when to serve a hibiscus margarita:
Taco Tuesdays or Happy Hour
Birthday Party or Summer Pool Party
Carnival Party or Outdoor Movie Night
Tropical Party or Cinco de Mayo
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Hibiscus Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
Hibiscus Margarita Recipe
- 2 ounces of your favorite tequila
- 1 ounce fresh-squeezed lime juice
- 1 ounce Cointreau
- 1 ounce hibiscus simple syrup, recipe below
- margarita salt for the rim
Hibiscus simple syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
Instructions
Hibiscus Margarita Recipe
- Shake all of the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice for at least 20 seconds.
- Strain into a salted-rimmed glass, over a large ice cube.
- Garnish with a lime slice. We added some crushed hibiscus flowers to the salt for the rim.
Notes
Nutrition
Hello! How far in advance do you make the simple syrup? If I make tomorrow for an event on Sat, will it get cloudy? Thank you
It can last 2 weeks in the fridge. Just give it a shake and it’s good!
Oh wow!! This looks absolutely delicious!! My family would really enjoy it!!
This looks amazingly delicious.thanks for sharing
Yum, this looks and sounds AMAZING!! Must try!
Xx Taylor
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