Frozen Mint Margarita Cocktail Recipe

When I’m craving something cool, fresh, and honestly just easy to throw together, I end up making a frozen mint margarita. There’s something about the classic margarita flavor with that extra hit of mint—each sip just feels super crisp and smooth.

This frozen mint margarita cocktail recipe is my go-to for blending tequila, lime, and mint into a drink that’s both simple and actually satisfying.

One thing I love about this recipe? It doesn’t take much effort at all. Still, it somehow looks and tastes like you put in way more work than you did.

The frozen, slushy texture is perfect for hot days. Mint brings a clean, fresh flavor that really balances out that tart lime and bold tequila.

It’s a cocktail that feels light but still has plenty of punch and flavor.

You only need a few ingredients and a blender—nothing complicated here. Once you try it, you’ll get why I always come back to this when I want a margarita that’s just a bit more refreshing than the usual.

Frozen Mint Margarita Cocktail Recipe

I tend to make this when I’m after something cool, smooth, and refreshing—especially when it’s hot out. The mix of mint, lime, and tequila just works, blending into a frozen drink that’s crisp and balanced, not too sweet.

Equipment

• Blender: I like using a strong blender to really crush the ice until it’s smooth.
• Measuring jigger: Helps me keep the tequila-to-lime ratio in check.
• Citrus juicer: Fresh lime juice makes all the difference, so I just squeeze it myself.
• Cocktail shaker (optional): Sometimes I’ll mix ingredients before blending, but not always.
• Strainer: Nice if you want a super smooth texture and no pulp.
• Short glass or margarita glass: I’m partial to a wide-rimmed glass for the salt or tajín.
• Small plate: For spreading salt or tajín to rim the glass.
• Bar spoon: Handy for stirring in syrup or tweaking the sweetness.

Ingredients

• 2 oz blanco tequila
• 1 oz triple sec or Cointreau (orange liqueur)
• 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• ½ oz simple syrup or agave (adjust to taste)
• 6–8 fresh mint leaves
• 1 ½ cups ice (crushed or cubed)
• Salt or tajín for glass rim
• Lime wedge for garnish
• Extra mint sprig for garnish

I try to keep the balance straightforward: tequila for backbone, citrus for tang, mint for that refreshing lift, and just enough sweetness to round things out.

Instructions

• Rim your glass with a lime wedge, then dip it into salt or tajín.
• Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup, and mint leaves to the blender.
• Toss in the ice and blend until it’s all smooth and slushy.
• Taste and see if you want more lime or syrup—sometimes I do.
• Pour into your prepped glass.
• Garnish with a lime wedge and a mint sprig.

I like the texture pretty thick, but if it’s too icy, I’ll splash in a bit of water.

Notes

Honestly, blanco tequila is the way to go here. It’s got a clean flavor that works with mint and citrus—aged tequila just feels too heavy in this kind of drink.

For sweetness, I’ll sometimes use agave syrup instead of simple syrup. It blends in easily and keeps the drink tasting light.

If I’m feeling it, I’ll rim the glass with tajín instead of salt. The chili-lime seasoning adds a spicy kick that’s perfect with the cool mint.

Fresh lime juice is non-negotiable for me. Bottled stuff just makes the drink taste flat, and it’s not worth it.

I also like to crush the mint leaves lightly before blending—just enough to release the oils, but not so much that the drink gets bitter.

Tasting Notes

When I take that first sip of this frozen margarita, honestly, the texture just jumps out—icy and smooth, almost slushy in the best way.

The crushed ice mixes right into the lime juice, and there’s this refreshing chill that feels so different from a classic margarita on the rocks.

The mint? Yeah, it’s immediately noticeable. It’s got this cool, herbal hit that really balances the tartness of the lime.

I have to say, I appreciate how it takes the edge off the tequila, but doesn’t totally mask it—there’s still a little bite there.

There’s this mix of sweet and sour going on. The simple syrup brings in the sweetness, and the lime juice keeps things bright and zesty.

That balance just makes it super easy to drink. It never really feels heavy or cloying.

Compared to other frozen margaritas, this one’s lighter—probably thanks to the mint. It’s almost like someone mashed up a margarita and a mojito, though it still hangs onto that classic margarita recipe vibe.

The salt rim? That’s the finishing touch. Every sip gets a tiny hit of savory, which somehow makes the citrus and mint flavors stand out even more.

I really like how it all comes together—it’s clean, simple, and honestly, just kind of fun to drink.