Name: Fresh Raspberry Margaritas
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: MexicanLatin America & Caribbean
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh raspberries; 1/2 cup lime juice from 2 to 3 medium limes; 1/2 cup lemon juice from 2 to 3 medium lemons; 1/4 cup superfine sugar; Pinch table salt; 2 cups crushed ice; 1 cup 100 percent agave tequila, preferably Reposado; 1/2 cup Triple Sec; 1/2 cup Chambord (or desired raspberry liqueur)

Why This Recipe Works

The best raspberry margarita recipe would produce a drink with a balanced blend of fresh citrus flavors, fresh fruit, and tequila. Using a food processor to puree the raspberries alongside our citrus juices then straining it out gave us an even, smooth fruit base. The right alcohol (Triple Sec, a resposado tequila, made from 100 percent blue agave, and Chambord for additional raspberry flavor) was absolutely key in achieving this goal as it gave our margarita recipe a bright, fruit-forward flavor. And the best citrus mix (lemon and lime juices combined) provided that classic deep, refreshing flavor.

Before You Begin

For strawberry margaritas, substitute an equal amount of hulled strawberries for the raspberries.

Instructions

Puree raspberries, lime and lemon juices, sugar, and salt in workbowl of food processor fitted with steel blade until smooth. Strain mixture into pitcher or cocktail shaker.

Divide 1 cup crushed ice between 4 or 6 margarita or double old-fashioned glasses. Add tequila, Triple Sec, Chambord, and remaining crushed ice to the pitcher; stir or shake until thoroughly combined and chilled, 20 to 60 seconds. Strain into ice-filled glasses; serve immediately.