Raspberry Margarita Cocktail Recipe

A Raspberry Margarita shakes up the usual margarita routine with a pop of berry flavor. The sweet-tart bite from fresh raspberries plays so well with tequila and a good squeeze of lime.

You can actually whip up this colorful cocktail at home with just a handful of ingredients and some basic tools.

I love how this drink walks the line between sweet and citrusy—it’s refreshing but not over-the-top sugary. Perfect for a sunny afternoon, a chill get-together, or honestly, whenever you’re in the mood for something a little more fun than the usual.

It comes together fast, and there’s something about the mix that really sets it apart from other fruity cocktails. Maybe it’s just me, but I think the raspberry twist makes it a little special.

Raspberry Margarita Recipe

I keep coming back to this drink because the tartness of raspberries and the sharpness of lime just click. It’s got that sweet-tangy thing going on, so it never feels heavy—great any time of year.

Equipment

You don’t need fancy gear, just a few basics to get a smooth, well-mixed margarita.

• Cocktail shaker – chills and blends everything quickly.
• Muddler – crushes the raspberries to get all that juice out.
• Fine mesh strainer – catches the seeds and pulp for a clean pour.
• Jigger – helps measure out the tequila, triple sec, and lime juice.
• Citrus juicer – makes life easier when squeezing limes.
• Small plate – for rimming the glass with salt or sugar if you’re into that.
• Rocks glass or margarita glass – keeps it classic and cold.
• Spoon or small whisk – handy if you want to stir before shaking.

I like to chill the glass first—just pop it in the freezer for a few minutes so the drink stays icy.

Ingredients

Fresh is best for this one, but if you’ve only got frozen raspberries, that works too.

• 1 cup fresh raspberries (or thawed frozen)
• 2 oz silver tequila (blanco or reposado both work)
• 1 oz triple sec or Cointreau
• 1 oz fresh lime juice (usually one lime)
• 1/2 oz simple syrup (taste and adjust if needed)
• Ice cubes for shaking and serving
• Salt or sugar for the rim (totally optional)
• Lime wedge and a few raspberries for garnish

If the raspberries are super sweet, I dial back the simple syrup a bit. I always reach for fresh lime juice—bottled stuff just doesn’t taste the same.

Instructions

Here’s how I throw this together so the flavors stay nice and balanced.

• Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip in salt or sugar if you like.
• Toss the raspberries in your cocktail shaker and muddle them until they’re juicy.
• Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake hard for about 15 seconds (until it feels nice and cold).
• Strain everything through a fine mesh strainer into your prepared glass.
• Add a little fresh ice, then garnish with a lime wedge and a couple of raspberries.

I try to serve it right away so the ice doesn’t melt and water it down.

Notes

Silver tequila (blanco) keeps things crisp and clean, but if you want a little more depth, reposado brings in a subtle warmth.

If I’m feeling lazy or just want a frozen version, I’ll blend everything up with ice instead of shaking. Sometimes I swap simple syrup for agave nectar—it’s a softer kind of sweet.

For a lighter drink, a splash of sparkling water after straining does the trick. Honestly, just tweak the lime juice or syrup to fit your mood—there’s no wrong way.

Tasting Notes

Right off the bat, there’s this bright raspberry flavor that jumps out. It’s fresh, a little tart, and honestly, that tang keeps the sweetness from getting out of hand.

The lime? It sneaks in with a crisp edge, so the drink never feels cloying or heavy.

As for the tequila, it brings a warm, earthy undertone that somehow works perfectly with all that fruit. There’s also this subtle hint of orange from the triple sec—it just kind of ties everything together.

Every sip is smooth and honestly, pretty refreshing.

The color is hard to ignore. It’s this vivid pink-red, almost glowing in the glass.

And when I take a sip, there’s a gentle aroma of berries and citrus that just makes you want to dive right in.

I usually like serving it chilled with a salted rim. The salt really amps up the tartness from the raspberries, making the whole drink feel more balanced.

It’s cool, crisp, and honestly, just easy to enjoy.