Classic Margarita Pitcher Cocktail Recipe
With this recipe, I can whip up enough margaritas to share with friends or family. Measuring, mixing, and serving is all pretty straightforward—nothing fancy, just basic kitchen tools and a short ingredient list.
Equipment
- I grab a large pitcher, glass or plastic, as long as it holds at least 2 quarts. That gives me enough room to actually stir without splashing everywhere.
- A long spoon is handy for mixing. If I have a citrus juicer, great, but honestly, squeezing limes by hand works too.
- For measuring, I use a liquid measuring cup or just a standard jigger. I pour the drinks into short glasses—rocks or Old Fashioned glasses, whatever’s around.
- If I’m feeling fancy, I’ll salt the rims using a small plate for the salt and a wedge of lime. Otherwise, I just skip it.
Ingredients
Here’s what I use for a pitcher that serves about 6:
- 1 ½ cups of tequila 100% agave
- 1 cup of fresh lime juice usually 8–10 limes, give or take
- ½ cup of orange liqueur
- ¼ cup of simple syrup or agave syrup
Instructions
- I start by juicing limes until I’ve got about 1 cup of juice. Then I pour the tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and syrup straight into the pitcher.
- I grab my spoon and give everything a good stir until it’s all mixed up. If I want a salted rim, I run a lime wedge around the glass and dip it in salt.
- I fill each glass about halfway with ice, then pour the margarita over the top. A lime wedge on the side looks nice, so I usually add one.
- If there’s still some left in the pitcher, I just let it chill over ice until someone needs a refill.
Notes
Fresh lime juice always gives the best flavor. Bottled juice? It just doesn’t taste the same—kind of dull, honestly.
If I want things a bit sweeter, I’ll add more syrup and stir. Sometimes it takes a little tweaking to get it just right for my taste.
For a stronger margarita, I might use less syrup or a splash more tequila. Silver or blanco tequila works best for that classic vibe.
Leftover margaritas keep in the fridge for up to two days, but I always give them a stir before serving again. When I’m in the mood for something lighter, I’ll top my glass with a splash of club soda.