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Virgin Margarita

A bright and zesty non-alcoholic margarita that combines fresh lime juice, orange-flavored syrup, and a splash of sparkling water for a celebratory mocktail everyone can enjoy.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 oz 45 ml fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz 30 ml triple sec syrup (non-alcoholic)
  • 0.5 oz 15 ml simple syrup
  • 2 oz 60 ml sparkling water or club soda, chilled
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • Pinch kosher salt for rimming
  • 1 lime wedge for rim and garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or mason jar with lid
  • Jigger or measuring spoons
  • Citrus juicer or reamer
  • Strainer
  • Cocktail or rocks glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Fill a cocktail or rocks glass with ice and set aside to chill.
  2. Rub the rim of the chilled glass with a lime wedge, then dip the rim into a plate of kosher salt to coat.
  3. Add 1 cup of fresh ice to a cocktail shaker.
  4. Pour in 1.5 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz triple sec syrup, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
  5. Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until the exterior feels frosty.
  6. Discard the ice from the prepared glass and fill it with fresh ice.
  7. Strain the margarita mixture into the salt-rimmed glass.
  8. Top with 2 oz chilled sparkling water or club soda and gently stir.
  9. Garnish with the reserved lime wedge and serve immediately.

Notes

For the best flavor, always use freshly squeezed lime juice. Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less simple syrup, and scale the recipe up for a pitcher by multiplying each ingredient by the desired number of servings.