This Lavender Margarita is a fresh spring twist on the classic! With citrusy lime, smooth tequila, and floral lavender, it’s a perfectly balanced, refreshing cocktail – ideal for summer nights, garden parties, or any charming gathering.

If you’re looking for more lavender cocktail recipes try my lavender apple vodka and lavender gin and tonic punch.

Lavender Margarita Recipe

I’ve been making margaritas for years, and I even included one of my favorites – a cilantro margarita – in my book, Entertaining with Charm! The idea for this Lavender Margarita came after growing my own English and Spanish lavender.

The incredible aroma inspired me to bring its delicate floral notes into a cocktail, creating a fresh twist on a classic margarita.

This floral-infused margarita feels sophisticated and refreshing. I love serving these with a sprig of fresh lavender as a garnish – it’s elegant, simple, and always impresses guests.

Lavender Margarita Ingredients

Tequila: Use a high-quality blanco or reposado tequila. Blanco keeps the drink crisp and clean, while reposado adds a subtle oakiness. 

Orange Liqueur: Cointreau or Triple Sec adds a citrusy sweetness that balances the tart lime juice.

Fresh Lime Juice: Always use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best, brightest flavor. Bottled lime juice just won’t compare.

Lavender Simple Syrup: A homemade syrup infused with dried lavender adds a subtle floral note and the right sweetness to round out the drink.

How to Make a Lavender Margarita

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and lavender simple syrup.
3. Shake well for about 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled.
4. Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice or serve it in a coupe glass.
5. Garnish with a sprig of fresh lavender and a lime wheel.

How to Make Lavender Simple Syrup

You can use store-bought lavender syrup or make your own simple syrup. Here’s how:

• ½ cup sugar
• ½ cup water or honey
• ¼ cup dried lavender

1. Combine the sugar (if you’re using honey see my guide for honey syrup), water, and culinary lavender (dried or fresh) in a small saucepan.
2. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar fully dissolves.
3. Simmer for about 5 more minutes to allow the lavender to infuse.
4. Remove from heat and let it sit for 10-20 minutes for even more flavor.
5. Strain out the lavender and store the syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Recipe Tips & Variations

• Try it with Mezcal: Swap the tequila for mezcal to add a smoky depth to the drink.
• Lavender Rim: Mix fine sea salt with a pinch of dried lavender and use it to rim your glass for an extra layer of flavor.
• Mocktail Version: Skip the tequila and orange liqueur and replace them with sparkling water and a splash of fresh orange juice.

More Margarita Recipes

• Lemon Cocktail Recipe
• Sparkling Margarita Recipe
• Raspberry Margarita
• Coconut Margarita
• Pumpkin Margarita
• Mango Margaritas

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