Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita Recipe - The Cookie Rookie® (2024)

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Do frozen margs have less alcohol? ›

Whether the margarita is frozen or on the rocks: A frozen margarita contains more calories and alcohol than a non-frozen margarita. The size of the margarita: A larger margarita will contain more calories and alcohol than a smaller one.

Alcohol Dilution

Larger ice cubes take longer to melt, providing a slower dilution process. On the other hand, frozen margaritas provide a more consistent dilution process, since blended or shaved ice is more consistent in size.

“If you don't add enough sugar to a frozen co*cktail it can end up watery,” says Jessica Stewart, bar manager at San Diego's Fort Oak. With a thicker consistency than simple syrup, agave nectar ensures this won't happen and also helps balance the overall profile of the drink.

Xanthan gum, this is an emulsifier and stabilizer. It's what the big coffee chains use in their frozen drinks to keep them from separating as they melt. I usually use 1/8th of a tsp but you can go up to 1/4tsp. Add this in your dry blend 4.

If you're wondering how many margaritas it'll take to get drunk, we have a very helpful answer: it depends. If you don't drink often and are on the smaller side, it may only take one margarita. If you're a seasoned drinker, it could take a couple margaritas before you're drunk.

Margaritas can be high in sugar, depending on how they are made. Margaritas made from premade mixes, as well as restaurant margaritas, typically have more sugar than homemade ones. Consuming too many added sugars can lead to unwanted weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease ( 9 ).

"You should usually do tequila blanco for margaritas to make the taste smoother," said Sarah Ceniceros, Delish's senior designer.

Frozen margaritas at restaurants are often served in massive quantities, especially when they are having a drink special; a 32-ounce “jumbo” marg can weigh in at around 600 calories, while a margarita of the same size on the rocks can be almost twice that amount!

Traditionally, orange has always been a classic pairing for any agave-based spirit, providing a sweeter complement without overpowering the notes of the agave. In Margaritas, the inclusion of triple sec provides a luscious, warm citric note that counterbalances the lime juice's high acidity.

If you don't have triple sec handy, you can substitute with another good-quality orange liqueur like Grand Marnier or Cointreau. For a non-alcoholic substitute you can add fresh orange juice, or agave nectar/simple syrup, to add a touch of sweetness.

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A splash of fruit juice can also add some more flavor to your margaritas. Grapefruit juice will give a tart, slightly sour flavor, while pineapple juice creates a more tropical-tasting drink. "Citrus-based juices are essential for balancing out the sweetness of a margarita," David Alan told Insider.

Opt for Crushed Ice

The trick to transforming a co*cktail into a frozen treat is ice. It chills the rest of the ingredients, turning them into a crisp frosted slush. Regular cubed ice still cools your drink. However, it creates a different texture and mixing experience.

The mix won't freeze, since there's so much alcohol and sugar in it, but it will drop way down in temperature: Ours clocked in at 5°F (-15°C) after an overnight rest.

For frozen margaritas, I add at least a full ounce of simple syrup. While this brings balance to the drink, there's an extra benefit. Sugar lowers the freezing point of the mixture more than alcohol alone, giving your drink a smoother texture. With my trusty Vitamix, it comes out as smooth as silk.

"Frozen co*cktails will get diluted as they sit," explains Munoz, so you have to act on the defensive and counteract the problem with more alcohol than you typically would. We needn't remind you that this means you'll feel the effects of the drink faster, so please sip responsibly and keep it classy.

Many bartenders try to keep the total alcohol by volume in a frozen drink to about 10 percent because the higher the alcohol content, the faster the ice will melt.

Alcohol content:

2.1 units of alcohol. 16.42% alc./vol. (32.84° proof)

The main difference is the alcohol in each co*cktail. Margaritas are made with tequila and sweetened with triple sec, while daiquiris are made with white rum and simple syrup for sweetener. Their common ingredients are lime juice, lots of ice and sometimes fruit juices.