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Dr Pepper Margarita Cocktail

Dr Pepper Margarita Cocktail Recipe
A fun, fizzy twist on a classic margarita—tequila, triple sec, fresh lime, a touch of simple syrup, and a splash of Dr Pepper over ice with a salted rim.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Measuring jigger
  • Citrus juicer
  • Small plate
  • Rocks glass or margarita glass
  • Ice cubes
  • Bar spoon
  • Strainer

Ingredients

  • 2 oz tequila (silver/blanco preferred)
  • 1 oz triple sec
  • 1 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup
  • 2 oz Dr Pepper or Diet Dr Pepper
  • coarse salt for rim
  • ice cubes
  • 1 lime wedge for garnish

Instructions

  • Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks or margarita glass, then dip the rim into coarse salt.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
  • Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  • Shake about 15 seconds until well chilled.
  • Strain into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
  • Slowly top with Dr Pepper and stir gently with a bar spoon.
  • Garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust sweetness by varying the simple syrup or using Diet Dr Pepper. For a richer profile, try reposado tequila. Serve right away to keep the fizz.